Evergreen Grasses: A Splash of Year-Round Color for Your Garden

Tired of your garden losing its vibrancy when the seasons change? Look no further than evergreen grasses! These incredible plants defy the typical “tall and needs cutting” stereotype, offering a stunning array of colors and textures that last all year long. They might not always be the tallest, but their diverse sizes and captivating hues ensure there’s a perfect evergreen grass for every spot in your garden.

Green: Classic & Charming
You can’t go wrong with classic green, and evergreen grasses deliver with delightful variations:

• Carex texensis: This pleasant green grass offers the added bonus of long-lasting seed heads, providing extended interest.
• Dwarf Green Mondo: Our smallest and tidiest grass, it’s ideal for defining the front of a border or lining a pathway with its neat, compact form.
• Mexican Feather Grass: Taller than most evergreen grasses, its vibrant green foliage brings graceful movement to your landscape.

A Fiery Orange Statement
Looking to add a warm, earthy tone?

• Carex testacea ‘New Zealand Orange Sedge’: This striking grass boasts a beautiful orange hue, making it a fantastic choice whether planted individually as a focal point or in mass for a dramatic display.

Bright Yellow for Wet Spots
Even your damp garden areas can shine!

• Acorus pusillus aureus ‘Miniature Golden Sweet Flag’: This miniature beauty delivers a vibrant burst of yellow, perfectly suited for those naturally wet spots in your garden.

Bold Black for Contrast

Want to make other colors pop?

• Black Mondo Grass: Its deep, almost black foliage provides incredible contrast, making it an excellent companion for brighter grasses or flowering plants.

Subtle Shades of Green

For a touch of unique elegance:

• Carex comans ‘Frosted Curls’: This variety offers a lovely “frosted green” appearance, adding a delicate and intriguing texture to your garden.
• Carex Evergold: A true showstopper with its distinctive two-tone leaves, featuring beautiful white and green variegation.

Powdery Blue Perfection

Add a cool, calming element:

• Festuca Beyond Blue: This short and compact grass provides a fantastic shot of powdery blue, perfect for adding a touch of serenity to your planting scheme.

A Sip of Coffee for Your Garden

Yes, even coffee-colored!

• Carex Cuppinchino: This unique grass lives up to its name, offering a shot of delightful coffee-colored foliage that’s sure to be a conversation starter for any gardener.

As you can see, evergreen grasses offer an incredible spectrum of colors, proving that not all grasses are created equal. They provide continuous interest and a much-needed splash of color throughout the year, truly enhancing your garden’s appeal. For more details on these and other fantastic options, be sure to check out our alphabetical listing of grasses. All these colorful varieties are available now at OGPS!