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Uncinia uncinata

Kamu, Uncinia uncinata, Hook Sedge, Red Hook Sedge Ornamental Grass

Uncinia uncinata, commonly known as Kamu or Red Hook Sedge, is a NZ native ornamental grass grown for its impressively coloured foliage. The colour varies from dark green when grown in shade to red-brown when grown in full sun. The foliage is long and slender on this plant that typically grows to 50 cm tall and 75 cm wide. The stunning appearance of Uncinia uncinata makes it ideal for planting around ponds, growing in a container, for border plantings, rock gardens, or to contrast with other plant colours. A mass planting looks spectacular and certainly gives a rewarding display.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Grasses
Height:50 cm
Spread:75 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal
Garden uses:Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asKamu, Uncinia uncinata, Hook Sedge, Red Hook Sedge Ornamental Grass

Uncinia uncinata Details

Uncinia uncinata, commonly known as Kamu or Red Hook Sedge, is a NZ native ornamental grass grown for its impressively coloured foliage. The colour varies from dark green when grown in shade to red-brown when grown in full sun. The foliage is long and slender on this plant that typically grows to 50 cm tall and 75 cm wide. It will grow in a range of conditions but prefers a well-drained, sheltered, fertile site, and is tolerant of frost, cool climates, wind, coastal environments, heavy soils, and dry periods. The stunning appearance of Uncinia uncinata makes it ideal for planting around ponds, growing in a container, for border plantings, rock gardens, or to contrast with other plant colours. A mass planting looks spectacular and certainly gives a rewarding display.

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