Ficinia nodosa (Knobby Club Rush)

Growing Ficinia nodosa Successfully in NZ

Ficinia nodosa is a tough, native sedge ideal for coastal, wetland, and low-maintenance gardens across New Zealand. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a wide range of soils, including sandy and salty conditions. Once established, it’s highly drought and wind-tolerant, making it perfect for exposed sites and erosion control. Ficinia nodosa is excellent for mass planting, native revegetation, and modern landscape designs.

Ficinia nodosa Care Tips

Ficinia nodosa is easy to care for and thrives with minimal attention. Plant in full sun to part shade with free-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended periods of dryness. This hardy plant tolerates salt, wind, and poor soils. Trim back old or damaged stems annually to maintain a tidy appearance. It doesn’t require fertiliser and is rarely affected by pests or diseases, making it ideal for sustainable and low-maintenance landscapes.

Plant Size and Spacing

Ficinia nodosa typically grows to a height of about 60–90 cm and a width of 50–70 cm, forming dense, upright clumps. For best coverage, space plants 50–70 cm apart. This spacing is ideal for mass planting, erosion control, or naturalistic coastal and wetland designs, allowing the plants to fill in while maintaining their form.

Why Buy Ficinia nodosa from The Plant Company

The Plant Company supplies top-quality Ficinia nodosa plants that are nursery-grown for strong, healthy establishment in NZ conditions. Ideal for coastal gardens, erosion control, and native revegetation, our plants are hardy, low-maintenance, and eco-sourced where possible. With fast delivery, expert advice, and excellent customer service, The Plant Company makes it easy to succeed with this versatile and resilient native species.