{"product_id":"carex-albula","title":"Carex albula","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlonde Sedge | Carex albula | Frosted Curls Sedge | New Zealand Hair Sedge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlonde Sedge is a stunning, sun-loving evergreen ornamental grass prized for its spectacular, continuous profusion of incredibly fine, silvery-green to pale blonde foliage that cascades gracefully in a sweeping, weeping habit. This exceptionally tough, adaptable selection is known for its remarkable, mop-like texture and bright, luminous coloration that creates a dramatic, softening statement piece for any landscape. It provides brilliant movement in the breeze, making it a spectacular, low-maintenance spiller and thriller for sunny landscape borders, rock gardens, and mixed patio containers. With its bold, sweeping form and uniquely frosted foliage, Blonde Sedge offers an extraordinary display of vibrant, architectural contrast with exceptionally straightforward care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Blonde Sedge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade; thrives in bright, direct sunlight to produce the most brightly colored foliage and maintain a tight, densely clumping form. It easily tolerates dappled afternoon shade, particularly in hotter climates where strict protection from intense afternoon heat is beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, well-drained soil; highly adaptable to average, sandy, or loamy soils as long as drainage is excellent. It is extremely susceptible to root rot in heavy, waterlogged clay, especially during the cold, wet winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out completely between waterings. It is remarkably drought-tolerant once mature but performs best with consistent moisture during extremely hot spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally low maintenance. Rather than cutting the plant back hard to the ground in spring like typical ornamental grasses, simply comb through the remarkably fine, hair-like foliage with your fingers or a rake to gently remove any dead or brown blades and maintain a tidy, graceful appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally grown for its striking foliage; naturally deer- and rabbit-resistant due to its tough, wiry texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in USDA zones 7–9; widely grown as a spectacular, fast-growing seasonal accent in cooler regions or strictly contained in patio pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlonde Sedge plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4\" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blossomdale","offers":[{"title":"6\" \/ Single","offer_id":55150657339671,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" \/ 2 Pack","offer_id":55150657372439,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" \/ 4 Pack","offer_id":55150657405207,"sku":null,"price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" \/ 6 Pack","offer_id":55150657437975,"sku":null,"price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5416\/8343\/files\/CarexAlbula1.jpg?v=1789851845","url":"https:\/\/blossomdale.com\/products\/carex-albula","provider":"Blossomdale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}