Carex trifida ‘Rekohu Sunrise’
New Zealand Sedge |
USDA Zone: 7-9 |
Plant number: 8.090.520
This is the first-ever variegated form of the New Zealand native, Carex trifida with Rekohu being the Maori name for the remote Chatham Islands, east of southern New Zealand. Also known as Variegated Tataki Grass, this selection forms a large fountain-shaped, evergreen clump of broad green leaves with gold margins; chesnut coloured flower spikes appear midsummer. The underside of the leaves develop a slightly bluish haze when grown in bright light. Excellent in the sunny border, especially when massed, as a specimen and in containers. Good companion to Hosta and spring flowering shrubs. Discovered by Terry and Lindsey Hatch of Joy Plants, New Zealand. USPP#20512: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for Carex trifida ‘Rekohu Sunrise’
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Height 60-80 cm 23-31 inches
Spread 50-60 cm 20-23 inches
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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