Ice Dance Sedge will grow to be about 12 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 15 inches. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. As an evegreen perennial, this plant will typically keep its form and foliage year-round.
This plant performs well in both full sun and full shade. It prefers to grow in moist to wet soil, and will even tolerate some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. It can be propagated by division; however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation.
Details
Botanical Name
Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance'
Common Name
Ice Dance Sedge
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
15 Inches
Max Spread
15 Inches
Plant Form
- Arching
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Brown
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Moist To Wet
Sunlight
Full Sun To Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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