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Carex brunnea Aureovariegata

Carex brunnea Aureovariegata
Greater brown Sedge

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An evergreen grass with a remarkably sculptural appearance. It forms a clump 40cm (16in) tall. Its finely upright leaves are distinctly bordered in golden yellow to cream on a light green background, lending a bright and refined air. Charming as a border plant, in a cool rockery, in a pot, or as an indoor plant. Plant in partial shade in moist to wet soil, preferably humus-rich. Hardiness: approximately -8 to -10 °C (17.6 to 14°F).
Flower size
2 cm
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -12°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Flowering time July to August
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Description

Carex brunnea 'Aureovariegata' is a variety of sedge that is distinctly variegated with cream to golden yellow. This small grass, which persists in winter, is both refined and bright, with undeniable sculptural appeal. It forms a tuft of upright foliage that looks proud in partial shade, where it finds the coolness it appreciates. Its discreet summer flowering takes the form of small white-cream spikes that turn brown with age. Elegant and versatile, this variety will make a great impression as a border plant, in a cool rock garden, by a pond, in a pot on a balcony, or even as an indoor plant in a cool room. Plant it in partial shade in moist to wet soil, preferably humus-rich.

 

Carex brunnea 'Aureovariegata' belongs, like all sedges, to the large Cyperaceae family. It is native to Asia (Japan). This small grass with short rhizomes forms a fairly flexible, slightly hairy, dense, upright tuft, measuring about 35 to 40cm (14 to 16in) in all directions. Its rootstock slowly spreads without becoming invasive. Its leaves are evergreen if not exposed to severe frost. They are slightly arched and sheath at the base. They measure about 4mm (1in) wide and approximately 35cm (14in) long. Their margins are tapered and their tips barely trailing. They have a fairly light green colour, finely edged with golden yellow to cream throughout their length. In July-August, short cream spikes measuring 2 to 4cm (1 to 2in) appear among the foliage on slender stems about 40cm (16in) tall. At maturity, they turn brown. This carex can tolerate temperatures as low as -8 to -10°C (17.6 to 14°F).

 

Carex brunnea 'Aureovariegata' is an elegant, minimalist plant that appreciates cool, semi-shaded environments. Its sculptural design does not require the presence of another plant by its side. However, this plant will bring lightness to the lush foliage of Rodgersias, the plumes of German ferns, and will also pair well with colourful Heucheras. Since this grass appreciates moist to wet soils, it will naturally find its place in a cool rock garden, a water garden, among mossy stones on riverbanks, or on the edge of a water feature. Also, place it along the borders of perennial beds. For a beautiful wild effect, plant it en masse in a contemporary or country garden.

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time July to August
Inflorescence Spike

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour variegated

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Carex

Species

brunnea

Cultivar

Aureovariegata

Family

Cyperaceae

Other common names

Greater brown Sedge

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference163571

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Planting and care

It prefers moist, clayey and humiferous soils that are not too calcareous. It tolerates very wet areas quite well. It requires a semi-shaded or even shaded exposure, sheltered from direct sunlight. It tolerates moderate and short periods of drought quite well. This easy-to-grow grass requires very little maintenance. Plant it outside the frost periods and water abundantly when planting. Avoid heavy fertiliser inputs. Remove damaged foliage during the growing season and clean the clump in late winter, just before the start of vegetation.

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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, clayey and humus-bearing

Care

Pruning instructions Comb the old foliage with a rake or by hand. This grass does not tolerate pruning.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to April
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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