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Carex maorica

Carex maorica

Carex maorica is a fast growing, NZ native grass that features bright green, arching foliage. It produces distinctive, brown flower spikes through summer as it grows to 1 m tall and the same wide. Carex maorica is commonly used for environmental plantings such as establishing or restoring wetland areas, or planting around pond and stream margins.

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The average plant height is 15 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Ornamental Grasses
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy, Wet
Garden uses:Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asCarex maorica

Carex maorica Details

Carex maorica is a fast growing, NZ native grass that features bright green, arching foliage. It produces distinctive, brown flower spikes through summer. The plant typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide and provides a great sanctuary for birds. It grows best in a damp position in either full sun or partial shade and can be planted into shallow water. Carex maorica is commonly used for environmental plantings such as establishing or restoring wetland areas, or planting around pond and stream margins.

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