From New Zealand comes this very beautiful densely clumping grass 20” to 30” tall with finely textured arching leaves. Excellent as a ground cover or along paths. Can re-seed but not a nuisance. Sun or shade (esp. in hotter areas) Moist soil is best.
Additional information
| Generic | Carex |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | Solandri |
| Common Name | Sedge |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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