Carex Testacea- Orange Sedge 68mm

Also known as New Zealand hair sedge, Carex Testacea- Orange Sedge is a graceful, evergreen ornamental grass valued for its fine, arching foliage in shades of olive green to bright orange, with the colour intensifying in cooler weather. The lovely plant forms tidy clumps that bring soft texture and warm tones to garden spaces all year round.

Thriving in full sun to part shade, Carex testacea prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of dry conditions, coastal environments, and light frost once established. In sunnier positions, its foliage develops stronger orange and copper hues, making it a striking feature in borders, mass plantings, containers, and modern landscape designs. The plant also produces delicate, brownish flower spikes in Summer, though these are generally secondary to its colourful foliage.

Practically unkillable, grasses are suitable for a full sun to part shade position in most soil types. Carex requires little maintenance, making them great for borders and edging, If required, plants respond well to a prune in early Spring. Carex grows well in full sun to part shade, and are drought, frost and salt tolerant when established, making them suitable for coastal planting.