About
Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler' is an evergreen sedge characterized by its tufted growth form and variegated foliage. The leaves tend to form nearly whorled arrangements, contributing to its overall white look.
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
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Excellent summer container plant
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by division from mid-spring to early summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free