Plants in genus carex
Carex remota
Carex remota is a dwarf carex with shiny green, narrow foliage forming small clumps. It is native to Europe, Africa, and Asia, and is a riparian forest specialist. This deer-resistant plant frequently hybridizes with other Carex species.
Carex demissa
Carex demissa is a clump-forming sedge native to Iceland, Europe, and western Asia, and has been introduced to regions like eastern Canada and New Jersey. It is part of the Carex flava species complex and is well-suited for woodland gardens. This plant features narrow green foliage and thrives in light shade, making it a versatile choice for naturalistic garden settings.
Carex atlantica ssp. capillacea
Carex atlantica ssp. capillacea is a fine-textured sedge native to the United States, thriving in boggy meadows and swampy areas. It forms a weeping clump up to 1.5 feet tall and 3 feet wide, with extremely narrow foliage. This plant is well-suited for rain gardens and wet shade areas, providing a naturalistic look. It is tolerant of full to part sun and can seed in moist sites, making it a resilient groundcover.
Carex oshimensis 'Everlime'
Carex oshimensis 'Everlime' is a variegated sedge forming a 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide evergreen mound. Its narrow green leaves with chartreuse borders are topped with attractive flowers in early March, making it a versatile choice for garden borders and groundcovers.
Carex scaposa 'Djhv 2304'
Carex scaposa 'Djhv 2304' is a clump-forming perennial from Vietnam, featuring wide green foliage and light pink flower spikes starting in early October. It is part of Dan Hinkley's 2003 collection.
Carex lanceolata 'Silk Tassel'
Carex lanceolata 'Silk Tassel' is an ornamental grass with wispy, narrow foliage featuring a white center stripe. This clumping plant grows up to 10 inches tall and 2 feet wide, performing best in full sun. It was introduced to the US from Japan in the 1970s and is valued for its unique texture and adaptability.
Carex cherokeensis 'Crying Time'
Carex cherokeensis 'Crying Time' is a heavy-flowered selection with pendant, weeping flowerheads. It forms a 30-inch tall by 4.5-foot wide clump and blooms from early May through early summer. This plant grows best in half-day sun and slightly moist soil, tolerating some shade and short dry periods.
Carex elata 'Bowles Golden'
Carex elata 'Bowles Golden' is a clumping golden sedge discovered in Norfolk, England. It features upright, narrow, golden foliage with a green border, which is brightest in spring and early summer. This ornamental grass prefers bright light and very moist soil, making it suitable for rain gardens and wet areas. Its striking color and form add visual interest to garden beds and borders.
Carex phyllocephala 'Spark Plug'
Carex phyllocephala 'Spark Plug' is a dwarf version of Carex 'Sparkler', known for its spiral, palm tree-like variegated foliage. It grows to a height of 9 inches and thrives in average to moist soils, making it ideal for woodland gardens.
Carex flacca 'Mini'
Carex flacca 'Mini' is a Mediterranean-native sedge with blue foliage, forming dense tufts up to 8 inches tall and 2.5 feet wide. Known for its everblue color and lack of seeding, it grows well in a variety of conditions. A light trim before new growth in spring is recommended.
Carex scaposa
Carex scaposa is a tussock-forming perennial sedge native to eastern Asia. It features wide green leaves and pink-plumed flowers, attracting honeybees. This plant grows well in woodland slopes and along streams, thriving at elevations up to 5,000 feet.
Carex siderosticta 'Snow Cap'
Carex siderosticta 'Snow Cap' is a Japanese selection with striking white leaves bordered in green. This slowly spreading deciduous plant is perfect for moist to average woodland garden soil. It adds a touch of elegance to shaded garden areas with its unique foliage.
Carex radiata 'Halifax'
Carex radiata 'Halifax' is a native sedge from eastern North America, forming a finely-textured 8-inch tall semi-evergreen mound. It pairs well with hostas and hellebores, creating a 30-inch wide ring of foliage after flowering in spring.
Carex 'Silver Curls'
Carex 'Silver Curls' is a weeping sedge with a silvery waterfall effect created by its hair-thin leaves. It is ideal for planting near pools, rock walls, or in woodland gardens. This ornamental grass thrives in part sun to light shade and is rabbit resistant.
Carex tenuiculmis 'Cappuccino'
Carex tenuiculmis 'Cappuccino' is an evergreen perennial grass that grows 12-15 inches tall and spreads 18-24 inches wide. Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9, it is resistant to deer and rabbits and has few pest and disease issues. This grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance choice for various garden settings.
Carex buchananii 'Red Rooster'
Carex buchananii 'Red Rooster' is a New Zealand native ornamental grass with bronzy foliage. It forms a tight clump 18 inches tall and 3 feet wide, thriving in moist, open forests and along river edges. This plant adds a unique texture to garden landscapes.
Carex testacea
Carex testacea is a grass-like perennial with bronzy green blades that turn an electric orange in fall. It is versatile and adaptable, thriving in both wet and dry locations, and is suitable for small yards and urban gardens. This plant is deer and rabbit resistant, making it a durable choice for various garden settings.
Carex 'Pinkie'
Carex 'Pinkie', possibly Carex flagellifera, is an ornamental grass forming a 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump. It features bronze foliage with a slight pink cast when exposed to sunlight. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and can be used in rock gardens or as a groundcover.
Carex buchananii 'Red Fox'
Carex buchananii 'Red Fox' is an evergreen sedge with bronze-red foliage, growing up to 2-3 feet tall and wide. It thrives in damp areas and is suitable for USDA zones 5-9, making it an excellent choice for edging and mass plantings.
Carex 'The Beatles'
Carex 'The Beatles' is a slowly spreading ground cover with a unique appearance reminiscent of 60's mop-top hairstyles. It resembles dwarf mondo grass and is suitable for part sun to light shade areas.
Carex oshimensis 'Evercream'
Carex oshimensis 'Evercream' is a creamy-edged ornamental grass forming a 10-inch tall clump. It thrives in slightly moist, light shade and is drought-tolerant once established.
Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb'
Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' is an American native sedge with blue foliage, ideal for moist woods habitats. This deer-resistant plant forms an 18-inch wide clump and can be used as a specimen or groundcover, providing evergreen interest in gardens.
Carex flacca ssp. flacca 'Blue Zinger'
Carex flacca ssp. flacca 'Blue Zinger' is a clump-forming sedge with blue-green, grass-like leaves and dainty white seed heads in early summer. It grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide, thriving in shady, wet areas. This moisture-loving plant is suitable for ponds and water features, and it is deer-resistant and low-maintenance.
Carex digitalis var. digitalis 'Jacksboro'
Carex digitalis var. digitalis 'Jacksboro' is a native plant to the East Coast, found in moist deciduous forests. It forms a 10-inch tall by 2-foot wide evergreen clump and can grow in both acidic and alkaline soils. This plant is similar in appearance to liriope and is well-suited for use as a groundcover.
Carex conica 'Hime'
Carex conica 'Hime' is an evergreen Japanese sedge forming clumps about 10 inches tall and 20 inches wide. It features narrow leaves with green and white stripes and weeping, tan-colored flower spikes. This plant thrives in light shade to part sun and average soil moisture, making it a versatile groundcover.
Carex muskingumensis 'Little Midge'
Carex muskingumensis 'Little Midge' is a miniature ornamental grass known for its compact size and proportionally small leaves. This plant is excellent as a specimen or in mass plantings, particularly in slightly moist sites. It thrives in part sun to shade, making it versatile for various garden settings. As a native plant to the United States, it is well-suited to local climates and conditions. Its small stature and adaptability make it a charming addition to gardens looking for a touch of greenery without overwhelming space.
Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme'
Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme' is a semi-evergreen clump-forming plant known for its yellow-bordered leaves and bronze flower spikes in late spring. This plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is adaptable to a wide range of soil moisture conditions. It is deer-resistant and low maintenance, making it a practical choice for gardens. The plant serves as a host for garden insects and is a popular choice for ground cover and ornamental grasses. Its unique appearance and adaptability make it a versatile addition to any landscape.