Feather Falls™ Sedge (Carex 'ET CRX01') is a graceful evergreen to semi-evergreen ornamental sedge prized for its long, arching variegated foliage and flowing, fountain-like habit. Growing approximately 12-18 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide, it forms a dense mound of narrow green leaves edged in creamy white. Its cascading foliage adds movement, texture, and year-round interest to shaded and partially shaded landscapes.
Feather Falls is an excellent choice for foundation plantings, mixed borders, woodland gardens, mass plantings, edging, containers, or beneath trees and larger shrubs. Its bright variegated foliage is particularly useful for adding contrast to darker areas of the landscape. Adaptable and low maintenance, it can tolerate a wide range of light conditions and provides an attractive grass-like texture without becoming overly large.
More About Feather Falls Sedge
- Low Maintenance
- Moderate Growing
- Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen
- Ornamental Sedge
- Variegated Foliage
- Foundation Planting, Mixed Border, Woodland Garden, Mass Planting, Edging, Container
- Dense, Arching Habit
- Excellent for Shaded Areas
- Year-Round Interest
Height: 12-18 Inches
Spread: 18-24 Inches
Hardiness Zone: 5-9
Characteristics
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Season of Interest: Year Round
- Soil Moisture: Average to Moist, Well Draining
- Attributes: Clumping, Arching, Fine Textured
- Foliage Color: Green with Creamy White Margins
Care & Maintenance Tips
Planting:
Plant in full sun to part shade. Feather Falls is especially useful in partially shaded locations where many traditional ornamental grasses may struggle. In hotter locations, protection from intense afternoon sun can help keep the foliage looking its best. Plant in fertile, well-drained soil.
Watering:
Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, maintain average moisture and water during extended periods of hot or dry weather. Avoid allowing newly planted sedges to dry out completely.
Fertilizing:
Feather Falls generally requires little fertilizer. If needed, apply a light application of balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins.
Pruning:
Feather Falls requires very little pruning. In late winter or early spring, remove damaged or unattractive foliage before fresh growth begins. Avoid cutting healthy evergreen foliage completely to the ground unless winter damage makes rejuvenation necessary.
