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Searching for the vibrant "carex lime"? This stunning evergreen ornamental grass transforms gardens with its crisp lime-green foliage and compact, tidy habit. Carex lime varieties are renowned for their resilience, low maintenance requirements, and year-round colour, making them a favourite in New Zealand landscapes for borders, containers, or woodland-inspired designs. Whether you're looking to brighten a shady corner or create a contemporary contrast in your mixed garden beds, carex lime delivers striking texture and visual interest with minimal fuss.

Carex comans green plants with dense, green foliage in a garden.

Carex comans 'Green'

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Carex comans 'Green' is a NZ native, ornamental grass featuring slender and arching, lime green foliage. It grows as a tidy clump to about 40 cm tall and the same wide.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Orange foliage on Carex testacea.

Carex testacea

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Carex testacea, commonly known as Orange Sedge, is a striking New Zealand native grass admired for its fine, arching foliage that turns a brilliant orange and copper tone, especially in full sun. This hardy evergreen sedge adds year round texture and colour to gardens and landscapes.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
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Carex dipsacea is a fine-leaved, clump-forming sedge native to New Zealand. It features slender, green to bronze-tinted foliage and grows to...

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Carex flagellifera 'Red' is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. It produces slender and lush, copper-red...

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The 'Lemon and Lime' Nandina is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant lime-green foliage that adds year-round colour to New Zealand...

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Carex solandri is a NZ native, ornamental grass that features attractive, dark green foliage. The foliage emerges upright and develops a gentle and...

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Carex flagellifera 'Green' is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its attractive foliage. It produces slender and lush, green leaves as it grows...

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Carex 'Frosted Curls' is an ornamental grass with slender, hair-like, iridescent foliage that shimmers in light breezes. It typically grows to 30 cm...

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Carex comans 'Bronze'

Carex comans 'Bronze' features slender, hair-like, bronze-brown foliage. It typically grows to 40 cm tall and the same width. Carex comans 'Bronze'...

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Carex dissita, commonly known as Purei or Forest Sedge, features arching, mid-green leaves that radiate from a central clump. It typically grows to...

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Carex tenuiculmis red-bronze coloured plant.
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Carex 'Caramel Curls' bronze coloured foliage.
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A Carex petriei plant with bronze coloured foliage.
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Carex flacca is a hardy ornamental sedge valued for its fine textured blue grey foliage and spreading clumping habit. This attractive grass like...

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Lime 'Sublime' green fruit cut in half.
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Lime 'Sublime' is a highly productive citrus tree producing juicy, seedless limes with a refreshing sweet-tart flavour. This variety is perfect for...

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Carex 'Bronze Delight' plants growing around the base of a tree..
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Carex 'Bronze Delight' is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. It produces slender, bronze coloured foliage...

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Carex coriacea plant in its natural environment.
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Carex coriacea, commonly known as Rautahi, is a NZ native grass commonly found in swampy areas. It features slender foliage which is dark green and...

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Carex comans 'Green'

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What Makes Carex Lime Special?

Carex lime is a standout among ornamental grasses thanks to its striking citrus-hued leaves, which appear lush and fresh all year long. Its low-growing, arching form makes it ideal as a groundcover or edging plant, and it thrives in a variety of conditions—sun, partial shade, and even damp soils. In garden design, carex lime offers a modern twist, pairing beautifully with both flowering plants and structural trees for texture-rich, layered plantings.

Carex lime grasses are also prized for their versatility. They can be mass planted for bold colour sweeps, used individually as accent plants, or tucked into pots for instant patio charm. Unlike some ornamental grasses, carex lime keeps its tidy appearance, requiring only occasional trimming to remove older leaves.

Planting and Care Tips for Carex Lime

Carex lime is easy to grow, making it perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners. Plant carex lime in well-draining soil, ensuring it receives regular watering during establishment. Once settled, it becomes drought-tolerant, though it appreciates moisture in summer. Position it in sun or shade depending on your garden’s needs.

While carex lime is generally carefree, mulching around the base in spring helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Trim away any tired foliage at the end of winter to allow new leaves to shine with their signature lime-green colour. Because carex lime is hardy and resistant to most pests, it’s a reliable option for low-maintenance, evergreen appeal.

Pairing Carex Lime With Other Plants

Carex lime’s fresh foliage makes it a perfect partner for other ornamental grasses. For even more colour and texture, consider pairing with Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant), which offers similar lime-toned hues in a strikingly elegant form. For bold colour contrasts, Carex oshimensis 'Everillo' delivers golden-yellow foliage, while Carex comans Green provides graceful green accents.

If you’re designing a garden with structural trees, lime grasses beautifully complement the heart-shaped foliage and upright presence of Tilia cordata and Tilia europaea. Combined, these plants create a layered, vibrant, and inviting outdoor space.

Bring Carex Lime Into Your Garden

Whether you’re revamping a border, adding pops of colour to containers, or building a low-maintenance garden from scratch, carex lime is a stellar choice for New Zealand gardens. Its vivid lime-green leaves, robust temperament, and versatility make it a true gardener’s favourite. Enhance your garden with the energising tones of carex lime and discover how easy it is to create a beautiful, evergreen landscape.

Looking for other options? Explore Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant), Carex oshimensis 'Everillo', and Carex comans Green for even more inspiration. Or, add timeless beauty with Tilia cordata and Tilia europaea.

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