How do you take care of Carex grass?

Plant them alone in a pot or mix them with other plants that have similar soil moisture and sun needs. Some Carex varieties appreciate a drier soil while others like a consistently moist or boggy soil. Most like part shade however some will tolerate full to mostly sun.

How tall does Carex grow?

Carex plants generally form arching mounds from 10 inches to more than 3 feet tall. Sedges perform great as container plants too but are less tolerant of moisture swings than other grasses… being too wet or too dry adversely affects Carex health.

Can you mow Carex?

Carex pansa California meadow sedge It is also exceptionally traffic tolerant. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it will thin out in deep shade. Mowing two to three times per year keeps the foliage low, tight, and lawnlike.

How do you trim Carex grass?

These ornamental grasses are Evergreen: Comb or rake off any old, tired or dead leaves and flowers in spring. If needed evergreens can be cut back (by up to half) at almost any time from April to July. Do not cut back in autumn or winter.

What is no mow grass?

A specially designed blend of fine fescue grasses, No Mow forms a lush green carpet of grass in full sun or partial shade. No Mow Lawn forms a dense sod that withstands moderate foot traffic and inhibits weed growth. A cool-season lawn, No Mow grows during spring and fall, when the temperatures are cooler.

What can I put in my yard instead of grass for my dog?

For dog-friendly landscaping without grass, options include:

1. Stone: Choose smooth stones that will be gentle on the paws for a potty area.
2. Mulch: A safe, inexpensive option, mulch can be used to create a dog area. Cedar mulch has the added benefit of being a natural bug repellent that can help fight off fleas and ticks.

When does the Carex variegata start to bloom?

Brightening up the shade garden, Carex morrowii ‘Variegata’ is a semi-evergreen Japanese Sedge forming a low, slow-spreading tufted mound of narrow, arching, glossy, deep green leaves adorned with fine creamy-white edges. In mid to late spring it bears inconspicuous brown flower spikes on long stems.

What kind of soil does Carex variegata need?

Enjoys full sun to shade and thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soils. Best foliage color is obtained in part shade rather than in sun. Foliage may bleach if grown in full sun. Do not let the soil dry out. This is a graceful accent plant for beds, borders, rock gardens, city or cottage gardens and as ground cover.

What kind of leaves do Carex evergolds have?

One of the most popular variegated sedges, this selection has creamy yellow leaves with dark green edges. They cascade softly to the ground in a fountain-like manner. Unlike many other sedges, this one prefers dry to average soil moisture. This versatile sedge is beautiful as a spiller in containers, rock gardens, and landscapes.

What kind of grass is a evergold?

Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ Common Name: Variegated Japanese Sedge, Ornamental Grass One of the most popular variegated sedges, this selection has creamy yellow leaves with dark green edges. They cascade softly to the ground in a fountain-like manner.