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EverColor® ‘Everlite’

Carex oshimensis ‘Everlite’ PP28568

Colorful year-round foliage; brighten shady garden corners. The most compact of the series. Superb for small pots, plant borders, mixed containers, and edges.

Sunset Zones

2-24

USDA Zones

-20°F to -10°F USDA zones 5–10

EverColor® ‘Everlite’ Features

Plant Dimensions

10-12" H x 12" W

Landscape Use

Accent, Border, Container, Groundcover, Mass planting

Plant Type

Evergreen

Growth Rate

Slow

Exposure

Part sun to shade

Special Feature

Clumping Habit, Compact habit, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Dwarf Habit, Easy Care, Water-wise, Year-Round Interest

Feature

Bright, colorful foliage, year-round

Flowering Season

None

EverColor® ‘Everlite’ Plant Care

Water Needs

Medium Water Once Established

Fertilizer

Fertilize yearly in spring

Pruning

Can cut back in early spring to refresh foliage

Soil

Well-drained garden soil

Planting Instructions

1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.

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