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Carex siderosticha ‘Banana Boat’


Broad-leaved Sedge

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 8.090.550


Broad-leaved Sedge is one of the most useful edging plants for shady gardens where adds brightness to the darkest corner. This Japanese selection forms a low clump of wide, grassy looking ‘banana’ yellow leaves with narrow green edges and streaks. The appearance is similar to a dwarf Hosta. Greenish flowers appear in spring but are fairly insignificant. Versatile in the garden, also stunning in mixed containers. Prefers a soil that remains evenly moist. Clumps can be divided in early spring just as the growth shoots begin to appear. Foliage dies back over the winter.

Further details for
Carex siderosticha ‘Banana Boat’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Green
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Variegated
  Yellow
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Carex siderosticha ‘Banana Boat’


Broad-leaved Sedge

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 8.090.550


Broad-leaved Sedge is one of the most useful edging plants for shady gardens where adds brightness to the darkest corner. This Japanese selection forms a low clump of wide, grassy looking ‘banana’ yellow leaves with narrow green edges and streaks. The appearance is similar to a dwarf Hosta. Greenish flowers appear in spring but are fairly insignificant. Versatile in the garden, also stunning in mixed containers. Prefers a soil that remains evenly moist. Clumps can be divided in early spring just as the growth shoots begin to appear. Foliage dies back over the winter.

Further details for
Carex siderosticha ‘Banana Boat’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Green
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Variegated
  Yellow
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.