100x Red Carex - $1.99 each
Carex flagellifera ‘Red’
Common names: Red Curly Sedge, Weeping Red Sedge
Family: Cyperaceae
Origin: New Zealand
Plant Type: Evergreen Sedge / Ornamental Grass
Overview
Carex flagellifera ‘Red’ is a striking New Zealand native sedge known for its rich red-bronze tones and softly cascading form. Highly versatile, colour-stable, and low maintenance, it brings movement and contrast to borders, mass plantings, rock gardens, and contemporary landscapes.
Key Features
Foliage: Fine, arching strands of warm red-bronze foliage; colour deepens through winter and provides strong contrast against greens and greys.
Flowers / Fruit: Discreet seed heads in summer; primarily grown for its foliage impact.
Form & Habit: Dense, fountain-shaped clump with elegant, weeping texture.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Cultural & Ecological Value: Useful in restoration, erosion control, and massed groundcover plantings; provides habitat and shelter for insects and lizards.
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 40–50 cm |
| Spread | 50–60 cm |
| Form | Cascading clump-forming sedge |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to part shade (best colour in full sun) |
| Water | Moderate; tolerates dryness once established |
| Soil | Free-draining soils; adapts well to sand, loam, and poor soils |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy; tolerates cold and exposed conditions |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
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Stunning colour accent in mixed native plantings
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Mass planting for drift effects and modern garden designs
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Great for rockeries, slopes, and erosion control
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Ideal companion for flaxes, libertia, coprosma, and small hebes
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Works beautifully in pots for year-round texture and colour
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Gently rake or trim old leaves annually to refresh colour.
Watering: Water during establishment; generally drought-tolerant once mature.
Feeding: Minimal feeding required; a light slow-release fertiliser in spring is beneficial.
Pests & Diseases: Typically pest-free and very reliable in tough conditions.
Additional Tips
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Plant in groups for best visual impact.
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Retains colour well through winter, making it ideal for year-round structure.
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Excellent choice for low-maintenance native gardens.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
Carex species are key components of New Zealand’s natural ecosystems, contributing to soil stabilisation and supporting native invertebrates.
Why Choose Carex flagellifera ‘Red’?
A tough, colourful, and versatile sedge that thrives in harsh conditions while adding warmth and movement—perfect for modern, native, or coastal gardens.
Pot Size: These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.
Pot Size:
Standard Pot = 7cm Square
Large Pot = 9cm Square
Extra Large Pot = 1.5L Round
Use this guide to see how many plants of your selected pot size fit into a half or full carton.
Standard Pot = 25 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 10 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 5 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Standard Pot = 50 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 25 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 10 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Product Size:
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