Carex 'Feather Falls'

What is the optimum Carex 'Feather Falls' grass spacing?

The optimum Carex 'Feather Falls' grass spacing for the plants to merge and become an effective ground cover is 25 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as a unique plant, they will need to be spaced at least 40 cm apart. The spacing for having them merge to a limited degree is 25-30 cm apart.

What are the landscaping uses for Carex 'Feather Falls' in NZ?

Carex 'Feather Falls' 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 'Feather Falls' is favoured by landscape designers across NZ. It is the colourful foliage, tidy form, and versatility of this plant that make it a popular choice in landscaping.

Carex 'Feather Falls' care and maintenance

The most essential part of Carex 'Feather Falls' care is to make sure 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 'Feather Falls' plants for sale in NZ

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What are the best Carex 'Feather Falls' growing conditions?

The best growing conditions for Carex 'Feather Falls' are a full sun or part shade position on a well-drained site. This is a hardy plant that tolerates frost, drought, cold climates, wind, coastal conditions, and most soil types, except those that are excessively wet. Above all else, ensure it is grown in well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged. Similarly, if you intend to grow Carex 'Feather Falls' in a pot, make sure that only potting media is used and never use garden soil. After planting, be sure to spread native plant fertiliser across the soil surface. Use indoor plant fertiliser only if you are growing the plant in a pot.

What height does Carex 'Feather Falls' grow to?

Carex 'Feather Falls' grows to about 30 cm tall and the same wide, and it will reach this size within three years with optimal growing conditions. If the growing conditions are less favourable, the plants may stay smaller and will take longer to reach their mature size.

Carex 'Feather Falls' pruning

The primary reason for pruning Carex 'Feather Falls' is to remove dead or damaged foliage. This helps maintain the plant's aesthetic appeal and promotes healthy new growth. Such light pruning can be done at any time. If more aggressive pruning is required, which involves removing 50% of the vegetation, it is generally undertaken during the summer when the plants are actively growing. The plants can safely be cut back by up to 50% during this time. The Plant Company recommends that plants have at least 10 cm of growth remaining at the base of the plant after any severe pruning. Avoid heavy pruning in winter, as the plants may not recover.