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Carex buchananii

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Leatherleaf Sedge, Carex buchananii, Carex buchananii Leatherleaf Sedge, Grass Carex, Buchanans Sedge, Leather Leaf Sedge, Brown Ornamental Grass, Brown Carex

Carex buchananii, commonly known as Leatherleaf Sedge, Buchanans Sedge, or Brown Carex, features fine, brown leaves that are held with a graceful arch. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and the same wide. Leatherleaf Sedge is commonly included in mixed plantings and borders, mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, used in rock gardens, or simply grown in a container. Landscape gardeners will often use Carex buchananii to provide outstanding colour contrasts.

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The average plant height is 30 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Ornamental Grasses
Height:60 cm
Spread:60 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asLeatherleaf Sedge, Carex buchananii, Carex buchananii Leatherleaf Sedge, Grass Carex, Buchanans Sedge, Leather Leaf Sedge, Brown Ornamental Grass, Brown Carex

Carex buchananii Details

Carex buchananii, commonly known as Leatherleaf Sedge or Brown Carex, is an attractive, NZ native, ornamental grass. It features very fine, brown leaves that are held with a graceful arch. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of wind, frost, cool climates, and dry periods. Leatherleaf Sedge is commonly included in mixed plantings and borders, mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, used in rock gardens, or simply grown in a container. Landscape gardeners will often use Carex buchananii to provide outstanding colour contrasts.

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Sarah Williamson - Wellington

Thanks for sending well-grown plants and all the advice.

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