carex plant
The carex plant, often known as New Zealand sedge, is a popular ornamental grass renowned for its versatility, texture, and striking appearance in both garden beds and landscape projects. Easy to grow and care for, the carex plant thrives in New Zealand’s unique conditions and brings a designer touch to home gardens, commercial spaces, and ecological restoration projects. Whether you’re looking for year-round colour, erosion control, or a low-maintenance solution for tricky spots, carex offers an attractive and sustainable choice.
Carex flagellifera Red
Carex flagellifera Red is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. It produces slender and lush, copper-red leaves as it grows to 50 cm tall and the same width. Carex flagellifera Red is often planted around the base of larger trees, included in border plantings, mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, or included in coastal gardens. It also looks great in planters, particularly when the foliage can cascade to the ground.
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Carex testacea
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. Adaptable and low maintenance, Orange Sedge is perfect for mass planting, borders, and modern designs, bringing warmth and movement to NZ gardens.
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