Carex brunnea 'Jenneke' is a compact variegated sedge grown for its fine, colourful foliage. Its narrow leaves have pale creamy-yellow centres edged with dark green, bringing year-round texture to borders and containers.
This clump-forming ornamental sedge works particularly well in partially shaded areas. Use it to brighten woodland-style planting, border edges, or areas around ponds where the soil remains moist.
Key features
- Compact, clump-forming ornamental sedge
- Creamy-yellow leaves edged with dark green
- Fine, arching foliage
- Provides long-lasting foliage interest
- Ideal for partially shaded gardens
- Suitable for borders and containers
Plant size
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Height: up to 40cm
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Spread: around 30cm
Other common names
- Variegated sedge 'Jenneke'
- Japanese sedge 'Jenneke'
Benefits for UK wildlife
- Dense foliage provides shelter for insects and other small garden wildlife
- Creates useful low-level cover around ponds and damp areas
- Adds structure to wildlife-friendly planting throughout much of the year
Growing tips
- Plant in moist, well-drained soil
- Best in partial shade
- Keep the soil moist during prolonged dry weather
- Suitable for woodland borders, pond edges, and containers
- Combines well with ferns, hostas, bergenias, and other shade-loving plants
- Remove tired or damaged foliage to keep the clump looking neat
Do you need to brighten a shaded area without relying on flowers? Carex brunnea 'Jenneke' provides cream and green foliage with a neat, compact habit.
Plant it among ferns and other woodland perennials, or use it around a wildlife pond to add texture and low-growing cover.
