Japanese Sedge
Carex oshimensis
Varieties We Bring In
Evergold
We received some Japanese Sedge on Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Japanese Sedge
Japanese sedge (Carex oshimensis) is an ornamental, evergreen clumping grass-like sedge prized for its arching, variegated foliage in shades of gold, green, and cream. In NE Florida it performs best as a cool-season shade accent or container plant; choose heat-tolerant cultivars like 'Feather Falls' for the best chance of summer survival.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Moist, Well-drained
Care essentials
Grow in partial to full shade; in NE Florida's heat, deep shade or morning light only is best to prevent leaf scorch. More sun-tolerant cultivars like 'Feather Falls' can handle partial sun with adequate moisture.
Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogged conditions, which cause root rot. Mulch to conserve moisture. During NE Florida's dry season, consistent supplemental irrigation is important.
Plant in moist, fertile, well-drained loam amended with compost to improve sandy Florida soils. Apply a light balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; avoid overfeeding, which reduces heat hardiness.
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Common questions
Is Japanese Sedge a good plant for St. Augustine?
Mature size: 1-2 feet × 1.5-2 feet. Light: Part Shade, Full Shade. Water needs: Moderate.