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Evergold Sedge

Carex 'Et Crx01'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Grass

Height

12 inches

Width

18 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium to Wet

Humidity

Average to High

Lifespan

Evergreen perennial, 5-10 years

Native To

Japan

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Carex, or sedges, are grass-like perennials that often thrive in shady, moist conditions where true grasses may not. They are valued for their fine-textured foliage and mounding habits. 'Evergold' (marketed as EVERCOLOR EVERILLO, 'Et Crx01') is prized for its exceptionally bright foliage. New growth emerges lime green, maturing to a brilliant chartreuse-yellow, providing a vibrant splash of color in shady areas.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Provides a brilliant, year-round splash of color and fine texture to shady garden areas. Its arching, fountain-like habit softens hard edges and contrasts beautifully with broad-leaved shade plants like hostas and brunneras.

An excellent, low-maintenance groundcover for small areas. It is perfect for container gardening, window boxes, and hanging baskets, where its colorful foliage can spill over the edges. It also helps suppress weeds when planted in masses.

While not a major wildlife plant, dense plantings of sedges can provide cover for small ground-dwelling creatures like toads and insects. It is a non-invasive and well-behaved garden plant.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a location with partial to full shade.
Amend the soil with compost to improve moisture retention.
Dig a hole slightly larger than the plant's container.
Gently remove the plant and tease out the roots if pot-bound.
Place in the hole so the crown is level with the soil surface.
Water well and apply a light layer of mulch.

Pro Tip

To maintain its brilliant yellow color, provide a few hours of morning sun; in deep shade, the foliage may be more lime-green.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Plant in groups or masses for the best visual impact.
Tidy up the plant in early spring by removing any tattered leaves.
Divide every few years if the center of the clump becomes weak.

Don't

Don't plant in hot, direct afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Don't allow the soil to dry out completely.
Avoid heavy clay soil that stays soggy in winter.
Don't bury the crown of the plant when planting or mulching.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Plant
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Bright groundcover for shady spotsVibrant edging for borders and pathsExcellent 'spiller' in container arrangements

Companion Plants

Hosta 'Halcyon' Heuchera 'Palace Purple' Pulmonaria 'Trevi Fountain' Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Evergold Sedge questions

What zones can Evergold Sedge grow in?

Evergold Sedge is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Evergold Sedge deer resistant?

Yes — Evergold Sedge is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Evergold Sedge bloom?

Evergold Sedge typically blooms in mid-spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Evergold Sedge need full sun?

Evergold Sedge does best in part shade.