Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' /New Zealand Sedge

Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire'   / Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire'
Long thin arching foliage tinged in orange
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Long thin arching foliage tinged in orange

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Scientific Name: Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire'
Common Name: New Zealand Sedge
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height: 1-2 feet
Spread: 1-2 feet
Light Exposure: Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage: Well drained, Moist, Wet
Rate of Growth: Moderate
Water Requirement: Medium
Maintenance Level: Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments: It remains mostly green when grown in shade, but will get some orange where it gets some sun. Interesting fine textured foliage to introduce to the garden. Makes a good container plant where the foliage can be observed up close.