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Miniature Variegated Sedge

Carex Conica 'Snowline'

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Overview

The Carex conica 'Snowline', a captivating dwarf sedge, features elegant green foliage with striking creamy-white margins. This clumping perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Reaching a height of 6-12 inches and a spread of 12-18 inches, 'Snowline' is ideal for border accents or as ground cover. Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, it's a low-maintenance choice that adds year-round visual interest to any garden design.

Sun HalfWater LowZones 7–9Type Grass, PerennialClimate Temperate
Miniature Variegated Sedge (Carex Conica 'Snowline') — a captivating dwarf sedge
Miniature Variegated Sedge (Carex Conica 'Snowline') — features elegant green foliage with striking creamy-white marginsMiniature Variegated Sedge (Carex Conica 'Snowline') — This clumping perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained soil

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass, Perennial
Family
Cyperaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Miniature Variegated Sedge (Carex Conica 'Snowline') — a captivating dwarf sedge
Miniature Variegated Sedge (Carex Conica 'Snowline') — features elegant green foliage with striking creamy-white margins
Miniature Variegated Sedge (Carex Conica 'Snowline') — This clumping perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained soil
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