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Discover our premium range of Carex plants for sale, perfect for adding texture, movement, and year-round colour to your New Zealand garden. Renowned for their versatility and low-maintenance requirements, Carex species are an ideal choice for everything from contemporary landscape designs to native revegetation projects. Whether you’re looking for dramatic foliage, groundcover solutions, or hardy plants for wet and dry spots, you’ll find a variety to suit every garden style right here.

Carex flagellifera Red plants.

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.

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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: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Carex solandri grass in a NZ native planting.

Carex solandri

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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 graceful arch as it expands. Dark brown seed heads in summer add an interesting element to this plant, which grows to 70 cm tall and the same width.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 70 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Shade, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Orange foliage on Carex testacea.
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...

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Carex 'Frosted Curls' plants with elegant green foliage growing in a pot with other plants.
Carex Frosted Curls

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 virgata grass plants in pots at The Plant Company nursery.
Carex virgata

Carex virgata, commonly known as Swamp Sedge, is a hardy New Zealand native sedge that thrives in wetlands, damp soils, and along waterways. It forms...

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Carex buchananii with lush brown foliage growing as a specimen plant in a rock garden.
Carex buchananii (Buchanans Sedge)

Carex buchananii, commonly known as Leatherleaf Sedge, is a striking New Zealand native grass-like plant with delicate, upright, copper-bronze...

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Carex dipsacea plants as a mass planting in a garden.
Carex dipsacea (Teasel Sedge)

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 oshimensis 'Everillo' lime-green plants in a border garden.
Carex oshimensis 'Everillo'

Carex oshimensis ‘Everillo’ is a standout ornamental sedge prized for its vivid lime yellow foliage that adds instant brightness to NZ gardens. This...

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Carex comans Bronze plant in a garden with dense bronze foliage.
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 is...

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

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...

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Carex dissita (Purei) plant growing in a native garden.
Carex dissita (Purei)

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 coriacea plant in its natural environment.
Carex coriacea

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 Brown grass.
Carex flagellifera Brown (Weeping Brown Sedge)

Carex flagellifera Brown is grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. This NZ native grass carries cascading, brown foliage as it grows to 80...

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Carex tenuiculmis red-bronze coloured plant.
Carex tenuiculmis

Carex tenuiculmis is a NZ native, ornamental grass that features striking red-bronze foliage held with a graceful arch. It grows as a tidy clump...

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Carex flagellifera Green plant with lush and colourful foliage.
Carex flagellifera Green

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

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Carex 'Bronze Delight' plants growing around the base of a tree..
Carex Bronze Delight (Bronze Sedge)

Carex Bronze Delight is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. It produces slender, bronze coloured foliage as...

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Carex 'Blue Cascade' (Blue Sedge Grass)

Carex 'Blue Cascade' is a striking ornamental grass valued for its flowing blue grey foliage and graceful cascading habit. This evergreen sedge adds...

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Carex pumila plants growing on a sand dune.
Carex pumila (Blue Dune Sedge)

Carex pumila is a hardy New Zealand native sand sedge valued for its ability to stabilise dunes and coastal areas. This evergreen perennial spreads...

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Carex ternaria plant growing in water.
Carex ternaria

Carex ternaria is a NZ native sedge grass commonly found in swampy areas. It features slender foliage which is dark green and held densely as it...

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Carex 'Evergold' colourful grasses in a garden.
Carex Evergold

Carex ‘Evergold’ is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass valued for its striking variegated foliage. The arching leaves are green with a...

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Carex 'Caramel Curls' bronze coloured foliage.
Carex 'Caramel Curls'

Carex 'Caramel Curls' is a striking ornamental sedge admired for its cascading, curly foliage in shades of bronze and caramel. This evergreen...

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Carex 'Everest' grass in a pot featuring green and cream variegated foliage.
Carex 'Everest' (Japanese Sedge Plant)

Carex 'Everest' is a striking ornamental grass valued for its arching green foliage edged with crisp white variegation. This evergreen sedge adds...

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Carex flagellifera grass with elegant bronze foliage.
Carex flagellifera

Carex flagellifera is a fine-textured, clump-forming sedge native to New Zealand, admired for its bronze to coppery foliage and graceful arching...

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A Carex petriei plant with bronze coloured foliage.
Carex petriei

Carex petriei is a hardy New Zealand native sedge admired for its fine, bronze coloured foliage and low maintenance nature. This evergreen perennial...

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Carex 'Rekohu Sunrise' variegated foliage.
Carex 'Rekohu Sunrise'

Carex trifida Rekohu Sunrise is a beautiful NZ native grass featuring variegated, arching green and cream coloured foliage. This elegant plant grows...

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Carex appressa grass in a natural habitat.
Carex appressa (Tall Sedge)

Carex appressa is a robust New Zealand native sedge valued for its upright form, lush green foliage, and excellent tolerance of wet conditions. This...

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Carex trifida grass plants with blue-green foliage and brown flower heads.
Carex trifida

Carex trifida, commonly known as Mutton Bird Sedge, is a bold New Zealand native sedge valued for its large, arching, dark green foliage. Naturally...

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Carex chathamica grass in a pot with green foliage and purple-red flowers.
Carex chathamica (Chatham Sedge)

Carex chathamica, commonly known as Chatham Sedge, is a NZ native grass commonly found in swampy areas. It features slender foliage which is dark...

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Carex albula plant with green foliage.
Carex albula (White Sedge)

Carex albula, commonly known as Curly Sedge, Hair Sedge, or White Sedge, produces delicate, buff-green foliage that is held in a dense tuft. The...

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Large Carex comans red plants with elegant, bronze-red foliage.
Carex comans Red

Carex comans Red is a NZ native, ornamental grass that features slender, hair-like foliage which is a bronze-red colour. It grows as a clump and...

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Carex flacca grass plants as a mass planting.
Carex flacca

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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Carex 'Feather Falls' plants with variegated foliage in a garden.
Carex 'Feather Falls'

Carex 'Feather Falls' is a popular ornamental grass characterised by its cream and green variegated leaves. It typically grows to 30 cm tall and the...

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Carex flagellifera Red

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Why Choose Carex Plants?

Carex, commonly known as sedges, thrive in a variety of New Zealand conditions. These robust grasses are valued for their attractive, fine foliage and adaptability to different soil types. Many Carex varieties are evergreen, providing continual structure and colour even in winter. They’re particularly beneficial for erosion control, mass planting, and softening hard landscape edges.

Gardeners love Carex for its ease of care – simply plant, mulch, and enjoy. Most species tolerate coastal exposure, drought, and wet areas, making them a go-to for low-fuss gardens and commercial landscapes alike.

Popular Carex Varieties in Our Nursery

We offer a diverse selection of carex plants for sale, ensuring you find exactly what you need. Consider these standout varieties:

Browse our full catalogue of carex plants for sale to find the perfect addition for any garden project.

How to Plant and Care for Carex

When planting your Carex, choose a spot that suits your chosen variety’s moisture and sun preferences. Most Carex types prefer well-drained soil but tolerate occasional wet feet. Mulch after planting to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Occasional trimming and dividing will keep your Carex looking its best year after year.

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Ready to revitalise your garden with stunning, easy-care sedges? Our carex plants for sale are grown right here in New Zealand and are suitable for both residential and commercial landscaping. Enjoy fast shipping, healthy plants, and expert advice with every order. Explore our collection and transform your outdoors with the year-round beauty, texture, and practicality of Carex grasses.

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