CAREX testacea

Commonly known as Sedge grass

Pale olive-green leaves turning orange-brown where the surfaces receive full light
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Arching grass-like, linear leaves to 60cm (24in) long.
  • Height
    60cm (24in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Densely tufted perennial. Stems later elongate in fruit to 1.5m (5ft) long.
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

CAREX testacea

 
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  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids.
    Place of origin
    New Zealand
  • Flower Shape
    Spikes
    Flowering heads to 2.5cm (1in) long on stems 50-60cm (20-24in) long
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Brown
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Tolerates all
    Thrives in most soils. Avoid extremes of wet or dry.
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60cm (24in)
Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in)
 

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