An excellent grass which forms a dense mound of dark green leaves which blend into bright orange at the tips. The orange coloration becomes more accentuated throughout the winter as it is subjected to frost. Will quite happily tolerate damp soil, like other Carexs but does like to be in a bright position. Trim in early spring to keep it looking tidy.
Carex testacea ‘Old Gold’
Elegant arching, fine leaves, olive-green at the end, bright green at the base, turning almost orange in sun and almost green in shade. Brown flower spikes.
Additional information
| Generic | Carex |
|---|---|
| Species | testacea |
| Varietry | 'Old Gold' |
| Common Name | Sedge |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, orange |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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