Carex m. ‘Ice Dance’ (30)ct Flat

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Carex morrowii ‘Ice Dance’ (30)ct FlatCommon name: Variegated Sedge, Ornamental Grass

With its wide, strappy leaves measuring ¼-½” across, this carex makes a bold statement in the shade garden. The leaves are dark green with bright white variegated edges. Small, cream, bottlebrush-like flowers are produced in mid-spring but are rather insignificant to the plant’s ornamental value.

This variety will grow in a variety of conditions, from nearly full sun to shade in average to moist soil. Unlike many other sedges, ‘Ice Dance’ is a slow to moderate spreader that should be used as a groundcover or contained in pots.

This variety can grow in a variety of conditions, unlike some of its relatives. It will tolerate 3/4 day to 1/4 day of sun and grows in moist or average soil. ‘Ice Dance’ is evergreen in all but the coldest climates. In northern zones, it should be sited out of the way of winter winds and provided with some protection such as snow or straw. If plants look tattered in early spring, cut them back to the ground. The new foliage will quickly fill back in.

Missouri Botanical Garden Plants of MeritInternational Hardy Plant Union Outstanding Plant Award — 2002

Height: 12.0-16.0 InchesSpread: 18.0-24.0 InchesScape Height: 12.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9Flower Color: White ShadesFoliage Color: VariegatedPart Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) – Full Shade (<4 hrs. Direct Sun)Average to Consistent Water NeedsAverage to Fertile Soil QualityBloomtime: Mid SpringDeer ResistantEvergreenGrowth Rate: Medium

Border Plant, Container, Ground Cover, Small, Specimen, Focal Point

Use this ornamental in borders, containers, ground cover, rock gardens and water gardens or an aquarium. Plant (8) inches apart for an immediate full, dense look. Maintenance free, trim to the ground in late winter, and deer resistant. Propagate by division in the spring, but do not divide clumps into little divisions, with small root systems.

Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 4.25 inches deep x 2 inches wide.

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