Carex lambertiana

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Forest Sedge

Carex lambertiana is a native New Zealand sedge valued for its fine, arching green foliage and clumping habit. It grows well in damp or seasonally wet areas, making it ideal for wetland restoration, stream edges, and naturalistic plantings. This hardy plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Carex lambertiana adds soft texture to landscapes and provides habitat for native wildlife.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	50 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Hardy, Shade, Wet
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Forest Sedge
Sku	10044

What are the landscaping uses for Carex lambertiana in NZ?

Carex lambertiana is a great choice for landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted either as a ground cover or on a bank, or included in borders or mixed plantings. This hardy, NZ native grass is also perfect for wetland areas, swampy sites, and anywhere with heavy soils. Carex lambertiana is favoured for its foliage, tidy form, and versatility.

Carex lambertiana care and maintenance

The most important part of Carex lambertiana care is to make sure they have soil that does not dry out. 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, except for 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 lambertiana for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Carex lambertiana 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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