Carex buchananii
New Zealand Sedge
Description: Everbronze, clumping with upright vertical rolled foliage that arches outward as the plant matures. Foliage is an attractive copper colour. Inconspicuous flowers nestle among the foliage.
Planting/Use: An attractive and interesting
container plant. The coppery foliage provides a wonderful contrast to silver, blue, and dark green foliage.
General Care: Cool season, everbronze. Clip
lightly, or rake out old foliage, in early spring.
Best in moist, rich, well-drained soil.
Exposure: Partial shade in hot climates, sun
on the coast.
Height/Spread: 45-90cm(18in-3ft) / 90cm(3ft)
Hardiness Zone: 7