Carex Icedance

Icedance sedge

A durable, evergreen to semi-evergreen variegated sedge forming a dense, spreading mat of deep green leaves edged in crisp white. Valued for year-round texture and brightness, ‘Ice Dance’ performs especially well in shade to partial shade, where it provides clean contrast and reliable groundcover.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Perennial sedge



Form: Low, spreading, rhizomatous; clump-forming mats



Mature Width: 18–24 in+



Mature Height: 10–15 in



Flower Color: Inconspicuous tan



Foliage Color: Dark green with white margins




Growing Conditions


USDA Hardiness Zones: 5a–9b



Light: Partial shade to full shade (tolerates sun with adequate moisture)



Soil: Average to moist, well-drained soils



Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture



Maintenance: Low; shear or comb out in early spring if needed




Landscape Uses
Groundcover, edging, woodland gardens, shade borders, under trees and shrubs, containers. Excellent alternative to liriope in cooler climates.


Care Tips


Cut back tired foliage in early spring before new growth



Mulch to conserve moisture and protect crowns



Avoid dry, exposed full-sun sites without irrigation

Plant type

Sedge Or Rush

Height

10-15"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring

Leaf color

SeaGreen

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Loamy well-drained, Sandy well-drained, Wet Area

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No