Carex virgata for Sale

What is the optimum Carex virgata spacing?

The optimum Carex virgata spacing for the plants to merge and become an effective ground cover is 80 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as a unique plant, they will need to be spaced at least 1.2 metres apart. The spacing for having them merging to a limited degree is 80-90 cm apart.

Why Choose Carex virgata?

This variety is valued for its hardy nature and elegant growth habit. It thrives in a range of garden settings including wetlands, borders, and naturalistic plantings. Carex virgata’s fine foliage provides year-round interest and supports local biodiversity.

Carex virgata for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Carex virgata for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your plant and grass needs and impress you with both our products and service!

Planting and Care Tips

Plant Carex virgata in moist, well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during establishment. Prune back old foliage in early spring to promote healthy new growth. Our expert guides ensure your Carex virgata thrives in NZ gardens.

Why Buy From The Plant Company?

We supply premium nursery-grown Carex virgata plants selected for New Zealand’s climate. Our healthy, robust grasses establish quickly and come with expert advice to help your garden flourish. Enjoy fast, reliable nationwide delivery and personalised support.

Can Carex virgata grow on clay?

The best growing conditions for Carex virgata are a full sun or part shade position on a well-drained site. However, this is a hardy plant that tolerates frost, drought, cold climates, wind, coastal climates, and most soil types, except extreme wet. It will grow on clay soils but not in water-logged conditions.

Carex virgata pruning

The primary reason for pruning Carex virgata 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 any time. If more aggressive pruning is required that requires 50% of the vegetation to be removed, this is generally undertaken during summer when the plants are actively growing. The plants can safely be cut back by up to 75% during this time. The Plant Company recommends that the plants have at least 10 cm of growth at the base of the plant remaining during any severe pruning. Avoid heavy pruning in winter as the plants may struggle to grow back.