Carex oshimenski Evergold

Evergold Sedge

A classic, evergreen to semi-evergreen sedge forming a graceful clump of arching, narrow leaves with a bright gold center stripe and deep green margins. Color is strongest in partial shade, where foliage stays clean and luminous year-round. A reliable texture plant for shade and mixed plantings.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Perennial sedge



Form: Clump-forming, arching



Mature Width: 12–18 in



Mature Height: 12–18 in



Flower Color: Inconspicuous tan



Foliage Color: Gold with green margins




Growing Conditions


USDA Hardiness Zones: 5a–9b



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



Soil: Average to moist, well-drained soil



Water: Moderate; prefers even moisture



Maintenance: Low; shear or tidy in early spring as needed




Landscape Uses
Woodland gardens, shade borders, edging, containers, mass plantings, and underplanting for shrubs. Excellent for brightening darker areas and pairing with hosta, ferns, and heuchera.


Care Tips


Cut back tired foliage in early spring before new growth



Mulch to conserve moisture and protect crowns



Avoid hot, dry, exposed sites

Plant type

Sedge

Height

12-18''

Width

12"-18"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Leaf color

Dark Green, Jasmine

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Hedge, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Clump

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No