Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' is a reliable slow spreading sedge with bold white edged green leaves and a fountain like growth habit. Unlike many variegated plants, it holds color well through winter in mild climates and tolerates a wide range of light conditions. Its slow rhizomatous spread makes it ideal for creating neat evergreen ground layers. Height & Spread: 10 - 12 in x 18 - 24 in Bloom Time: Late spring Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Soil Preference: Moist, organic, well drained soil Watering Needs: Moderate; appreciates regular moisture Deer Resistance: Deer resistant Native Status This cultivar is a selection of Carex morrowii, a sedge species native to Japan commonly used in shaded ornamental gardens. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Butterflies Creates sheltering ground cover for butterfly chrysalises and overwintering insects in shaded gardens. Bees Supports solitary bees by preserving mulch covered microhabitats in shady sites. Beneficial Insects Attracts ground beetles and lacewings which hunt pests in the dense lower canopy. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations: Space 18 - 24 in apart to develop full ground coverage over time without crowding. Landscape Placement: Suited for borders, around tree bases, or as a tidy evergreen massing in shade gardens. Companion Plants Hosta 'Halcyon' - Cool foliage pairs well with the white margin of Ice Dance. Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' - Vertical structure and matching variegation complement the sedge. Brunnera macrophylla - Large silvery leaves contrast beautifully with the arching blades. Heuchera villosa 'Autumn Bride' - Adds softness and late season bloom to shaded groupings. Epimedium x rubrum - Offers low growing seasonal color and drought resilience.
