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Bowles Golden Gold Sedge

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$29.99

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This product does not ship to: Idaho, Utah
Light Needs

Light Needs

Partial Shade
(3 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height

Mature Height

2-3 Feet
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

2-3 Feet
Growing Zones

Growing Zones

5 to 8

Want a plant to add brightness to a dark area? Then ‘Bowles Golden Gold’ sedge is the ideal plant for that area! A shining light in what is otherwise could be a dull shade garden. The bright gold color of the leaves makes a stunning contrast with other shade lovers in the garden.

‘Bowles Golden Gold’ sedge can also be planted in partly shady areas as well. It is deer resistant as well as no insect or disease problems. The color of this plant draws your eye into the garden so everyone can appreciate your plantings. It remains this color all spring and summer long.

Bowles Golden Gold Sedge Care

This plant is hardy from Zone 5a-8b. When used as groundcover, it will smother most weeds giving you more time to enjoy the garden rather than working in it. ‘Bowles Golden Gold’ sedge needs an evenly moist soil for best growth and will not tolerate drought.

Bowles Golden Gold Sedge Spacing

You can use this plant in a number of ways. It is 2-3ft. tall and wide and should be planted 2 ½ 3 ft. apart. Use it as a mass planting, as a border plant or as a focal point in a self-watering container.

Bowles Golden Gold Sedge Plant Facts

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Flower Color(s): Brown
Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage
Foliage Color(s): Yellow
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade
Height Class: Medium
Height: 2-3 Feet
Spread: 2-3 Feet
Spacing: 2-3 Feet
Habit: Upright
Watering: Consistent
Drought Tolerant: No
Resists: Deer
Attracts: n/a
Features: Foliage Interest
Scientific Name: Bowles Golden' Carex elata
Common Name: Bowles Golden Gold Sedge
Other Name(s): Tufted Sedge; Ornamental Grass
Brand: Proven Selections
SKU: CARBG
Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
2.5 Quart

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"

Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W

Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
#1 Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
#2 Pot

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"

Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W

Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
#3 Pot

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"

Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W

Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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