carex tenuiculmis nz
Carex tenuiculmis NZ is a versatile, fine-leaved native sedge that offers subtle texture and natural beauty for gardens, landscape projects, and restoration sites throughout New Zealand. With its graceful, upright form and ability to thrive in a range of environments, Carex tenuiculmis is increasingly sought after by gardeners and landscapers seeking resilient, low-maintenance options for modern planting schemes. Whether used for mass planting, erosion control, or as a refined accent in native gardens, this hardy grass delivers year-round interest with minimal fuss.
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, reaching approximately 75 cm in height and 50 cm in width, preferring moist or boggy soil and a full sun position. Carex tenuiculmis is commonly planted around ponds or alongside streams, used in wetland plantings, mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, or grown in a container. A mass planting creates a visual spectacle and is the best way to showcase this plant.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Grasses - Height:
75 cm - Spread:
50 cm - Tolerances:
Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind - Garden uses:
Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
