About
Carex firma 'Variegata' is a compact, clump-forming evergreen perennial featuring dense, strap-like leaves that display a mix of green and yellow variegation. During the summer months, it produces subtle yellow-green flowers. This plant is well-suited for use in rock gardens or container arrangements.
About the genus
Carex encompasses both deciduous and evergreen species, characterized by their rhizomatous or tufted growth habits. These perennials feature triangular stems topped with linear or strap-like foliage, and they produce spikes that can be either short or elongated, adorned with small green or brown flowers.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
- Plant type
- Grass Like, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- Up to 10 cm
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist but well-drained soil in sun or shade
- Pruning
- If required, can be cut back by half from April to July. Do not prune in autumn or winter
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free