Carex oshimensis Everest is a superb ground cover and container plant with distinctive white striped foliage. It is easy to grow, low maintenance, and forms a neat easily controlled mound.
Carex oshimensis Everest is a superb ground cover and container plant with distinctive white striped foliage. It is easy to grow, low maintenance, and forms a neat easily controlled mound.
3-9, 14-24
-20°F to -10°F USDA zones 5–10
10-12" H x 8" W
Accent, Border, Container, Garden Bed, Groundcover, Mass planting, Slope
Evergreen
Slow
Part sun to shade
Compact habit, Easy Care
Feature
Bright, colorful foliage, year round
None
Medium Water Once Established
Fertilize yearly in spring
Pruning
None needed; can cut back in early spring
Well-drained soils
1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.
Your zip code 94547 is located in Zone: 9b with a temperature range of: 25 to 30 °F.