EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass

Carex oshimensis 'Carfit01'

Southern Living®

Year-Round Variegated Color with Creamy-White Striped Blades for Shaded Gardens
Thrives in Zones 5-8
Grows 1-2 ft Tall and Wide
Ideal for Mass Planting in Rain Gardens
Pollinator-Friendly - Attracts Small Mammals and Songbirds

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Plant Size

Quart Container #1 Container

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: This sedge performs best in partial shade, ideally receiving 2 to 4 hours of morning sun. While it can handle deeper shade, some light is necessary to keep the white variegation looking crisp and bright rather than dull.
Soil: Provide rich, loamy soil that holds moisture well but drains away excess water. If you have heavy clay, mix in a few handfuls of compost at planting time to prevent the roots from sitting in stagnant water.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water twice a week to keep the soil consistently moist while the root system expands. Once established, Everest is quite resilient, but letting the soil dry out completely will cause the white leaf margins to turn brown and brittle. Think of this plant like a damp sponge that should never be allowed to become bone dry.

Pruning Tips

Since this is an evergreen sedge, it does not need to be cut to the ground like traditional ornamental grasses. In early spring, simply run your gloved hands through the foliage to comb out dead blades or lightly snip off any winter-burned tips. This gentle grooming keeps the plant looking tidy without removing the "old wood" that protects the crown.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring just as the new growth begins to emerge. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers in late summer because they trigger soft growth that will likely be killed by the first frost. A single spring feeding provides enough energy to maintain the bold color throughout the entire year.

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Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Evergreen, Deer-resistant, Wet Soils, Groundcover, Slopes/Erosion Control, Salt Tolerant, Container Friendly, Non-invasive
Hardiness Zone	5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Sunlight	Partial shade, Shade
Height	1-2 ft
Width	1-2 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Bushy, Compact
Plant Life Cycle	Perennial
Blooms In	Spring
Flower Color	Green
Suitable Space	Indoors, Outdoors
Plant Name	Grass
Botanical Name	Carex oshimensis 'Carfit01'
Species	oshimensis
Cultivar	Carfit01
Class	Caryophyllales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Don't settle for a boring shaded landscape or one that remains all brown in winter! Grace your low-light garden with year-round color and dynamic, striped foliage. EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass PP# 20,955 (Carex oshimensis 'Carfit01') is a charismatic and versatile Hair Sedge Grass. You'll relish the delightful variegated coloration and attractive form all year.

Creamy-white ribbons flank a grass-green stripe down the center of the strappy blades. EverColor® Everest™ Carex delivers an exciting fountain of whimsical color and texture that contrasts beautifully with your other plants.

You might be surprised how versatile EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass is in your space! Their durability is showcased in their adaptability to shade, damp, and urban conditions. Give a little and get so much in return. Both sassy and sophisticated, this compact Grass is on top of professional garden designer's wish lists!

This charming plant features narrow leaves that grow upward from the center, gracefully arching outward toward the ground. Ornamental Sedges make easy-care and reliable foliage plants. This unique variety adds a race-striped flair to your planting designs. Their tiny brown blooms do support moths and butterflies!

Planting and Application:

EverColor® Everest™ Carex is perfect for those areas around your yard that can be difficult to plant. It thrives in partial shade, giving those shady places a pop of color and winter interest. Include them with broad-leaved Hosta and fine-textured Astilbe. Repeat them along a woodland garden path. Don't just be surprised if their winsome good looks call fairies to mind!

Pop a row of them on the shady side of your Butterfly Garden! They make very useful plants in swales, Rain Gardens, and Green Roof projects. They also become a terrific accent to brighten up a shady balcony! Even if the only ambition you have is to decorate the low-lying area around your rain gutter, this darling plant is up for the challenge. Enjoy the tufty fountains created by these personable perennials.

Tuck them into oversized outdoor containers as a marvelous "Spiller" around the edge to soften the look. Partner with one of our special Hydrangea bushes as a "Thriller", and you'll have an elegant design that works for many years with afternoon shade. Keep container-grown plants outdoors all year with some shelter in the coldest areas.

In ambitious, earth-moving projects like bermed Rain Gardens, use multiple EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass to provide motion and color in shaded areas. Protect our precious groundwater from potentially polluted runoff from roofs and streets.

This stunning grass is adored by landscapers as an impeccable and reliable mass planting with a lot of pizzazz. Plant them eight inches apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next. Use this same spacing to create a groundcover fill on slopes. They'll help control erosion and look cute, too.

Give these perennial Grasses as housewarming gifts!

Leaves Feature Crisp, White Margins and Grass-Green Center
Growth Arches Up, Then Cascades Downward
Add Style & Charm to Small Space Gardens & Can be Grown in Containers
Showy Foliage With Year-Round Interest
Excellent in Massed Plantings & Useful Rain Garden Plant

#ProPlantTips for Care:

All this fun type of Hair Grass requires to keep it looking great is a little tune-up in spring. We're talking perhaps five minutes a year in maintenance, beyond watering. In the hottest areas, please take care that they don't get too much sun, but in cooler zones, Sedges can grow well in partial shade. Moist, well-drained soil is best for them to shine, so provide them with consistent water.

Make sure to cut back all the foliage in the late winter or early spring each year. You'll make way for fresh new leaves to emerge from the roots each spring! Otherwise, these petite powerhouses are quite easy-care. If you like to have a tidy space, gently rake them to clear fallen leaves.

Use in Partial or Full Shade
Thrives in Moist, Well-Drained Soil
Moist to Higher Moisture Locations
Prune Down Or Clean Mounds In Early Spring
Rabbit & Deer Resistant

Enjoy their sweetly Zen look and they'll perform faithfully for you! Place your order for EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass today. Nature Hills will ship it at just the right time for planting in your area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones can EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass grow in?

EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This durable perennial handles both cold winters and warm summers while maintaining its striking variegated foliage year-round. Plant it in partial shade for best performance.

Is this a fast-growing or slow-growing ornamental grass?

EverColor® Everest™ Sedge has a moderate growth rate, establishing well in its first season. This compact variety stays manageable while filling in reliably. Expect steady development rather than aggressive spreading, making it ideal for controlled plantings available at naturehills.com.

Will deer avoid eating this sedge grass in my garden?

Sedge grasses like EverColor® Everest™ are generally deer resistant due to their tough, narrow foliage texture. Deer typically avoid ornamental sedges in favor of softer, more palatable plants. For best results, plant it alongside other deer-resistant shade perennials like Hosta varieties that deer also tend to skip.

How long does shipping typically take for live sedge grass plants?

Live sedge grass plants typically ship within 7-10 business days and arrive ready to plant. These hardy perennials establish quickly in spring through early fall. Plant immediately upon arrival for best results, keeping roots moist if you need to delay planting a few days.

Can EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge tolerate wet or boggy soil conditions?

EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge thrives in damp conditions and is specifically recommended for swales and rain gardens. This adaptable sedge handles wet soil better than most ornamental grasses. Use it in problem areas where water collects or along downspouts. Shop at Nature Hills for this versatile shade performer.

Will this sedge grass spread aggressively or stay in a controlled clump?

EverColor® Everest™ Sedge forms a well-behaved clump that won't spread aggressively. This compact ornamental grass grows in a fountain shape, with leaves arching gracefully outward from the center. You can confidently plant it without worrying about it taking over your garden beds.

Does this plant need to be cut back annually, and if so, when?

Cut back EverColor Everest Sedge in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This removes any winter-damaged foliage and makes room for fresh growth. Cut the entire clump down to 2-3 inches above ground level using sharp shears.

EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass

Carex oshimensis 'Carfit01'