Carex ‘Evercream’ — Evergreen Perennial Sedge, 2L Pot
Carex ‘Evercream’ — Evergreen Perennial Sedge, 2L Pot
Carex ‘Evercream’ — a hardy herbaceous perennial with flowering late spring to early summer. Supplied as an established specimen in a 2L pot, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Evergreen Perennial Sedge
- Mature size: 30–40 cm × 30–45 cm
- Flowering: Late Spring to Early Summer (insignificant brown flower spikes)
- Position: Partial Shade to Full Shade (tolerates some sun with adequate moisture)
- Supplied as: Single plant in a 2L pot
The detail
Carex oshimensis 'Evercream' is a beautifully variegated evergreen sedge that brings year-round colour and texture to any garden setting. This compact, mound-forming perennial produces graceful, arching foliage with striking creamy-white margins and a rich green central stripe, creating a bright, fresh display even through the cooler months.
'Evercream' is a versatile and low-maintenance plant, well suited to borders, containers, ground cover schemes and woodland-style planting. Its neat, clump-forming habit makes it an excellent choice for edging paths, softening hard landscaping or adding interest to mixed perennial displays. It thrives in partial shade but will also tolerate sunnier positions provided the soil retains some moisture.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Carex oshimensis 'Evercream' |
| Mature size | 30–40 cm × 30–45 cm |
| Growth habit | Compact, Mound-Forming with Gracefully Arching Foliage |
| Position | Partial Shade to Full Shade (tolerates some sun with adequate moisture) |
| Soil | Moist, Well-Drained – Humus-Rich Soil Preferred |
| Flowering | Late Spring to Early Summer (insignificant brown flower spikes) |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy |
| Best for | Borders, Containers, Ground Cover, Woodland Gardens, Edging |
Frequently asked
Will it come back next year?
Yes — Carex ‘Evercream’ is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.
When will it flower?
Expect flowers from late spring to early summer (insignificant brown flower spikes). Deadheading spent blooms promptly often encourages a second flush.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Supplied as a single specimen in 2L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.