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Carex buchananii


Leatherleaf Sedge

USDA Zone: 6-9

Plant number: 8.090.250


The most well-known of the many Hair Sedges from New Zealand, performing best in regions with similar mild winter climates. Plants form upright clumps of very fine, hair-like leaves in a most unusual bronzy-cinnamon colour. Outstanding as a colour contrast in the border. Also nice in the rock garden or containers. Plants are inclined to self seed, but may also be easily divided in the spring. In cold climates these winter best with excellent drainage. Evergreen.

Further details for
Carex buchananii

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Brown
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Bronze
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Evergreen
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Carex buchananii


Leatherleaf Sedge

USDA Zone: 6-9

Plant number: 8.090.250


The most well-known of the many Hair Sedges from New Zealand, performing best in regions with similar mild winter climates. Plants form upright clumps of very fine, hair-like leaves in a most unusual bronzy-cinnamon colour. Outstanding as a colour contrast in the border. Also nice in the rock garden or containers. Plants are inclined to self seed, but may also be easily divided in the spring. In cold climates these winter best with excellent drainage. Evergreen.

Further details for
Carex buchananii

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Brown
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Bronze
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Evergreen
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium