Baumea teretifolia

Growing Baumea teretifolia Successfully in NZ

Baumea teretifolia is a fine-leaved, clump-forming native sedge ideal for damp or seasonally wet areas. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils. Plant it along pond edges, wetland margins, or in rain gardens where water is retained. Water regularly during establishment and in prolonged dry periods. This hardy plant is tolerant of poor soils and coastal exposure, making it excellent for native revegetation and erosion control.

Baumea teretifolia Care Tips

Baumea teretifolia is a low-maintenance sedge that thrives in moist or seasonally wet soils. Water regularly during the first year to help it establish, especially in dry conditions. Once established, it can tolerate occasional dryness and poor soils. Trim back old or dead foliage annually to keep the plant looking tidy and encourage fresh growth. It performs best in full sun to partial shade and is well suited to wetlands, swales, and riparian plantings.

Plant Size and Spacing

Baumea teretifolia typically grows to about 60–80 cm tall and spreads 40–60 cm wide, forming slender, upright clumps. For adequate coverage in wetland or landscape settings, space plants approximately 40-60 cm apart. This allows for natural spread while maintaining a dense, attractive planting. It is well-suited for mass planting in riparian zones, rain gardens, or along pond edges where fine texture and resilience are needed.

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