{"product_id":"carex-brunnea-variegata","title":"Carex brunnea Variegata","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"41\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eVariegated brown sedge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eCarex brunnea 'Variegata' is a highly ornamental, clumping sedge prized for its fine, arching foliage striped with creamy white and green. This elegant variegation adds brightness and contrast to shaded or partially shaded garden spaces, making it an excellent choice for borders, underplanting, and container displays. In Melbourne conditions, it thrives in well-drained soil with consistent moisture, performing best in part shade but tolerating full sun with adequate watering. During spring and summer, it produces subtle brown flower spikes that rise just above the foliage, adding gentle seasonal interest without detracting from its foliage appeal. This evergreen to semi-evergreen plant offers year-round structure and is valued for its soft texture, low maintenance requirements, and ability to illuminate darker areas of the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e• Shrub - Clumping \/ Grass-like \/ Mounding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"981\"\u003e• Height: 30–50 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e• Width: 30–50 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e• Part Shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e• Full Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e• Flowers in Spring\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e• Flowers in Summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e• Brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e• Suitable for Pots\u003cbr data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e• Disease Resistant\u003cbr data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e• Perennial\u003cbr data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e• Evergreen to semi-evergreen\u003cbr data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e• Variegated foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e• Low maintenance\u003cbr data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e• Ideal for shaded gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e• Suitable for borders and edging\u003cbr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e• Suitable for mass planting\u003cbr data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e• Adds contrast and brightness to planting schemes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eNot known to be toxic to humans, dogs or cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1659\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e• Liriope\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e• Heuchera\u003cbr data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003e• Hellebores\u003cbr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e• Ferns\u003cbr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e• Clivia\u003cbr data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e• Nandina\u003cbr data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e• Ajuga\u003cbr data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e• Japanese forest grass\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e• Hosta\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bundameer","offers":[{"title":"14CM","offer_id":47710297522341,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2911\/0693\/files\/Carex_brunnea_Variegata.png?v=1775961011","url":"https:\/\/theplantbroker.com.au\/products\/carex-brunnea-variegata","provider":"The Plant Broker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}