Jackson & Perkins Carex EverColor Eversheen Japanese Sedge
Best resilient ornamental for sophisticated, low maintenance garden designs.
This Japanese sedge offers a vibrant, bi-colored foliage that brightens shady spots year-round. It's a low-maintenance, deer-resistant perennial perfect for containers and borders, providing easy-care beauty without fuss.
$22.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking continuous landscape appeal and winter interest
- Busy individuals or new gardeners desiring beautiful, easy-to-grow plants
- Homeowners with shady spots needing vibrant, reliable groundcover
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with exposed, sunny locations should consider alternatives
- Those with very dry gardens or who prefer extremely drought-tolerant plants
- Enthusiasts prioritizing abundant, colorful blooms in their landscape design
Performance breakdown
Shade adaptability
Thrives in low-light conditions where most ornamental grasses struggle.
Visual impact
Vibrant, multi-toned foliage provides consistent color contrast throughout the year.
Maintenance ease
Requires minimal intervention once established, perfect for low-effort garden designs.
Deer resistance
Reliably deters browsing wildlife, saving you from constant protective measures.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or as a dense groundcover.
Hardiness
Solid performance in zones 6-8, though limited by colder northern climates.
Key Specs
Genus
Carex
Species
oshimensis
Variety
'Eversheen'
Item Form
1-Quart
USDA Hardiness Zone
6 - 8
Habit
Mound-shaped
Height
12 in - 18 in
Width
12 in - 18 in
Foliage Color
Dark Green, Light Green, Mix, Yellow
Light Requirements
Part Shade, Shade
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