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Carex 'Silver Sceptre' - Silver Sceptre Sedge

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Carex 'Silver Sceptre' is a symbol of refined elegance in the realm of landscape greens. This coveted member of the Grasses category presents a unique ornamental charm with its subtly arching leaves, delightfully patterned in soft tones of green brushed with silver stripes. Compact in stature, this evergreen grass cradles an exquisite balance between aesthetic allure and practical features, attaining a height and spread of about 1 foot. The Silver Sceptre Sedge remains resplendent throughout the year, preferring shades for showing off its luminous foliage but adaptable to partial sun. And though it blooms scarcely, it thrives best in moist conditions, exhibiting splendid resilience to drought and deer. With low maintenance requirements and considerable versatility, it functions shapefully as a ground cover, enriches the texture of container arrangements, contours borders excellently and swathes rock gardens or watersides with an enchanting sweep of silver-laced green. This versatile beauty is truly a prized choice for those wanting to infuse an enduring touch of sophistication in their outdoor spaces.

  • Size: Up to 1 foot tall and wide
  • Flowers: Rarely blooms
  • Foliage: Soft green with silvery stripes/edges
  • Water usage: Medium, prefers moist conditions
  • Sun exposure: Full shade to part sun
  • Extras: Makes good ground cover; also deer and drought resistant
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