Height:

12.0-16.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0-24.0 Inches

Scape Height:

12.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

White Shades

Foliage Color:

Variegated

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Mid Spring

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Ground Cover Small Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

This variety can grow in a variety of conditions, unlike some of its relatives. It will tolerate 3/4 day to 1/4 day of sun and grows in moist or average soil. 'Ice Dance' is evergreen in all but the coldest climates. In northern zones, it should be sited out of the way of winter winds and provided with some protection such as snow or straw. If plants look tattered in early spring, cut them back to the ground. The new foliage will quickly fill back in.

Growing Temperature:

68-72° F

Holding Temperature:

55-60° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.2

EC (What is EC?):

1.5-2.0 pour through method

Fertility:

Feed moderatly with 75 - 100 ppm N at each watering.

Vernalization:

Not required

Pests & Diseases:

Aphids, mealybugs, and slugs are the most common pests seen on Carex.
Rust and crown/root rots are the most common diseases growers are likely to observe.

Potting & Timing:

Small plugs are best for quarts and trade 1 gallon containers.
Large plugs work well for quick turn spring planted trade 1 gallon containers or if a slightly larger container is desired.

Moisture:

Carex Evergold prefers moderate moisture to slightly dry.
Carex such as Bowles Golden, Ice Dance, Banana Boat, and Snow Cap prefer higher moisture and do not like to dry down.

Planting Level:

Crown level with soil line.

PGRs/Pinching:

Carex can be trimmed lightly if desired. Avoid cutting back too drasticly.

Lighting:

Most Carex prefer to have light to moderate shade in production during the warmer seasons.

Awards

Missouri Botanical Garden Plants of Merit

International Hardy Plant Union Outstanding Plant Award -- 2002

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