Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
Family
Cyperaceae
Botanical Name
Carex siderosticha 'Island Brocade'
Plant Common Name
Broadleaved Sedge, Island Brocade Sedge
General Description
A creeping, deciduous perennial, ‘Island Brocade’ makes an elegant, glowing groundcover. A selection of a sedge native to Japan, it is prized for its low height and short, broad, variegated leaves that are lime green, edged broadly with creamy yellow. It spreads by rhizomes (underground stems) to form a broad mat. The leaves have fine hairs and are soft to the touch.
This sedge grows best in sun to part shade and tolerates almost any well-drained moist soil. It is a beautiful plant in a container, by itself or as a carpet with other plants. In the garden, use it for edging, or massed as a groundcover. In shady spots use it for contrasts of habit and color, paired with hostas or ferns.
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
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Soil Drainage
Average
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Soil type
Clay, Loam
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Tolerances
Wet Site
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Spreading
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
None
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Foliage Color (Spring)
White, Light Green, Light Yellow
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Foliage Color (Spring) Modifier
Variegated
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Foliage Color (Summer)
White, Light Green, Light Yellow
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Foliage Color (Summer) Modifier
Variegated
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Foliage Color (Fall)
White, Light Green, Light Yellow
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Foliage Color (Fall) Modifier
Variegated
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Repeat Bloomer
No
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
No
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Container, Edging, Feature Plant, Groundcover, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall
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Sharp or Has Thorns
No
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Invasive
No
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Self-Sowing
No
