Species Two Color Sedge
brown-beige fruits, grey leaves and light-green stems

Two Color Sedge

Carex bicolor

Two Color Sedge is a grass-like perennial that grows in clusters of emerald green and golden yellow. This attractive plant blooms in late spring and adds bursts of color and texture to gardens. It is a low-maintenance, clumping sedge that grows at medium speed and can reach heights of up to 18 inches. It prefers full sun to part shade and is tolerant of various soil types. Two Color Sedge can be used to decorate rain gardens, containers, and borders and is deer and rabbit resistant.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Rhizome Propagation,Stolon

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Soil:

Clay, Sand

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow,brown

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water Two Color Sedge regularly, especially during periods of drought. Water early in the morning, as the sun is starting to rise. Water at the base of the plants, avoiding getting the leaves wet. Aim to provide an inch of water every week. A good rule of thumb is to water until the soil is moist 8-10 inches deep. During the summer months, it is best to water 2 to 3 times a week.

sunlight

Two Color Sedge prefers full sun to partial shade requiring 3-6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This plant species does best in moist, nutrient-rich soil and should be planted in soil with a pH range between 6.0-7.5. Its growth is restricted if it receives too much shade or too little sun. This plant is very tolerant of moisture and can even tolerate brief periods of standing water, so long as there is adequate drainage for the soil.

pruning

Two Color Sedge (Carex bicolor) should be pruned twice a year - once in the spring and once in the fall. Prune away any dead or yellowing leaves or stems. Since this species spreads easily, it's important to remove any pieces that have escaped the main plant area, about 6-12 inches from the edge of the plant. Cutting down all foliage to 2 inches above the soil line in the late fall or early winter will ensure that these sedges continue to grow healthy and look their best.