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Carex comans Red (Red Carex)

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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 typically reaches 40 cm in height and 60 cm in width. Carex comans Red is commonly included in mixed plantings and borders, mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, used in rock gardens, or grown in a container.

Large Carex comans red plants with elegant, bronze-red foliage.
Carex comans red plants in pots at The Plant Company nursery.
The average plant height is 20 cm
$13.80

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Grasses
Height:40 cm
Spread:60 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku10031

What is the optimum Carex comans Red spacing?

The optimum spacing for the Carex comans Red to merge and become an effective ground cover is 50 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as a unique plant, they will need to be spaced at least 80 cm apart. The spacing for having them merge to a limited degree is 50-60 cm apart.

What are the landscaping uses for Carex comans Red in NZ?

Carex comans Red is a popular choice in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass-planted either as a ground cover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, or planted around outdoor living areas, such as pools and barbecue areas. This hardy, NZ native grass is also perfect for gardens around commercial buildings that are often somewhat neglected. Carex comans Red is favoured by landscape designers across NZ due to its colourful foliage, tidy form, and versatility.

Carex comans Red care and maintenance

The most important part of caring for Carex comans Red is to ensure they have a well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged at any time. This, along with overwatering, is the leading cause of plants failing to perform or dying. The following critical elements are weed control, and The Plant Company recommends spreading an organic mulch around the plants after planting. They should be fed in spring with a native plant fertiliser. At this time, any dead leaves can be removed. The plants are generally not trimmed aside from removing spent flower heads if desired. They rarely suffer from any pests or diseases, but you may want to keep an eye out for mealybugs. Overall, they are a very low-maintenance plant and easy to care for.

Carex comans Red for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Carex comans Red for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants, and our logistics team packs them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive, and the quality is exceptional. Let us take care of your plant and grass needs and impress you with both our products and services!

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Melanie White - Auckland

Well packed, strong & heathy plants, and we got them 2 days after we ordered.

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