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Ornamental Grass
Carex morrowii 'Silver Sceptre'
Japanese Grass Sedge
Plant Type: Ornamental Grass
A beautiful and adaptable sedge selection with fine narrow green foliage edged in white. Prefers moist shaded locations but will tolerate drier conditions once established. Also, will tolerate more sun than other Carex. Adds both light and texture to the moist woodland graden or in containers for a shady deck or patio. Semi-evergreen habit provides multiseasonal interest.
| Size | Future Qty | Future Date |
|---|
Mature Height:
12-15 in
Mature Spread:
15-18 in
Spacing:
18 in
Zone:
5-9
Bloom Color:
Inconspicuous
Carex morrowii 'Silver Sceptre' Characteristics & Attributes:
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
Container
Ornamental Grass
Mass Planting
Drought Tolerant
Ground Cover
Deer Resistant
Partial Sun
Full Shade
Moist, Well-Drained
Attributes
| • | Moist Areas |
| • | Woodland Garden |
| • | Specimen |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Groupings |
| • | Woodland Edge |
| • | Semi-Evergreen |
Foliage Color
| • | Silver |
| • | Variegated |
| • | Green |
Habit
| • | Arching |
| • | Clump-forming |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Winter |
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture
| • | Well Drained |
| • | Keep Well-Watered |