Banana Boat Creeping Sedge
Carex siderosticha 'Banana Boat'
SKU
40172
One inch wide leaves are banana yellow with narrow, green margins and stripes. Outstanding accent plant to brighten up a shady garden or path and is striking in containers. Slowly creeps by rhizomes to form a dense mass of bold-textured foliage. Durable for a woodland garden.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | KAH-reks sid-er-oh-STIK-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Blades to 6-12 in. tall and 12-15 in. wide, spreading slowly by rhizomes to form a dense carpet. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic |
| Landscape Use | Container, Green Roof, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Tolerates Wet Soils |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more. |
| Key Feature | Attractive foliage |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 9
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