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Variegated Carex

Carex buchananii with lush brown foliage growing as a specimen plant in a rock garden.

Carex buchananii (Buchanans Sedge)

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Carex buchananii, commonly known as Leatherleaf Sedge, is a striking New Zealand native grass-like plant with delicate, upright, copper-bronze foliage that curls at the tips. It forms graceful clumps up to 60 cm tall and wide, adding colour and texture to gardens year-round. This sedge thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Tolerant of wind, coastal conditions, and light frost, it is perfect for borders, mass planting, and low-maintenance landscapes.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
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Carex Everest (Japanese Sedge Plant)

Carex Everest features grass like leaves that are variegated with dark green centres and silver-white edges. It typically grows to 35 cm tall and the same wide. Carex Everest is commonly included in mixed and border plantings, maintained in a container, planted around outdoor living areas, or mass planted as a groundcover. It is favoured among landscape gardeners due to its great aesthetics and versatility.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 35 cm
Spread: 35 cm
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Carex dissita (Purei) plant growing in a native garden.

Carex dissita (Purei)

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Ophiopogon japonicus Silver Mist grass in a garden.

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Carex buchananii (Buchanans Sedge)

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