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Carex elata 'Aurea', commonly known as Bowles's Golden Sedge, is an ideal choice for gardeners looking for low-maintenance, year-round color in rock gardens, patio pots, or border edgings. This ornamental grass offers a striking green and gold foliage contrast that remains evergreen, though prospective owners should note it requires a sunny location to maintain its brightest golden hues and will not spread, making it a controlled, clump-forming addition to any landscape.
| Model Part Number | woocommerce_gpf_5963 |
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| Brand | Carbeth Plants |
No, Carex elata 'Aurea' is a clumping grass that stays contained to the area where it is planted.
Yes, it retains its leaves throughout the winter, providing color in the garden year-round.
They reach a maximum height of approximately 1 foot.
Absolutely, they are excellent for patio pots and containers due to their compact, clumping nature.
Minimal care is required, but you can trim away any brown tips in early spring to keep the plant looking tidy.
This purchase includes 3 individual plants, each supplied in a 9cm pot.
The plant is likely not receiving enough direct sunlight. Move the plant to a brighter location.
This indicates the plant is drying out. Increase watering frequency, especially during hot or dry periods.
When your plants arrive, remove them from their packaging and ensure the soil in the 9cm pots is moist. Choose a location with full to partial sun, ideally with moisture-retentive soil, as this sedge prefers not to dry out completely. To plant, dig a hole twice the width of the current pot, place the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface, and backfill with native soil. Water thoroughly after planting to settle the roots. During the growing season, keep the soil consistently damp. While this plant is low maintenance, you can trim any damaged or brown leaf tips in early spring to encourage fresh, vibrant growth for the upcoming season.
