Shopping for a full project?

Send your list instead

Carex morrowii - Japanese Grass Sedge

Add item to quote to see pricing

Carex morrowii is a versatile evergreen gem, known to many as the Japanese Grass Sedge. Occupying the charming niche between ornamental and practical, this plant showcases a delightful array of narrow, variegated foliage that creates distinct arching clumps. Sporting a creamy white margin, these green leaves not only offer visual appeal but are active all year round, even adding a splash of color when other plants lie dormant in winter. Early spring ushers in the appearance of its subtly attractive golden brown flowering spikes, adding multifaceted interest to any landscape. Standing 12 to 18 inches tall, the Japanese Grass Sedge is an adaptable choice, thriving amidst varying soil conditions and preferring shady locations. Its moderate water use and ability to spread gradually by creeping rhizomes marks it as a low-maintenance marvel. Ideal as an unobtrusive ground cover, it can just as easily stand out as a captivating accent in shaded areas, making it a dynamic addition to any garden ambiance.

  • Size: 12 to 18 inches tall
  • Flowers: Small golden brown spikes in spring
  • Foliage: Arching clumps of narrow, variegated foliage with a creamy white margin
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Prefers shade
  • Additional feature: Excellent for use as a ground cover or accent in shaded areas
  • Commonly purchased with Carex morrowii (Japanese Grass Sedge)

    Photo for Muhlenbergia rigens (Deer Grass)

    Muhlenbergia rigens (Deer Grass)

    View
    Photo for Quercus agrifolia (California Live Oak)

    Quercus agrifolia (California Live Oak)

    View
    Photo for Lophostemon confertus (Brisbane Box)

    Lophostemon confertus (Brisbane Box)

    View
    Photo for Frangula californica (Rhamnus californica) 'Mound San Bruno' (Mound San Bruno Coffeeberry)

    Frangula californica (Rhamnus californica) 'Mound San Bruno' (Mound San Bruno Coffeeberry)

    View
    Photo for Pittosporum crassifolium 'Compactum' (Dwarf Karo)

    Pittosporum crassifolium 'Compactum' (Dwarf Karo)

    View
    Photo for Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' (Little John Weeping Bottlebrush)

    Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' (Little John Weeping Bottlebrush)

    View
    Photo for Calamagrostis acutiflora  (Feather Reed Grass )

    Calamagrostis acutiflora (Feather Reed Grass )

    View
    Photo for Platanus racemosa (California Sycamore)

    Platanus racemosa (California Sycamore)

    View