Carex buchananii

Fox Red Curley Sedge

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Common Name: 

Fox Red Curley Sedge

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Variegated

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

36°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

120 cm

Maximum width: 

60 cm

Fox Red Curley Sedge (Carex buchananii) - Description

C. buchananii is native to New Zealand.

Fox Red Curley Sedge (Carex buchananii) - Growth

Deciduous and evergreen, rhizomatous or tufted perennials. Does well in borders, containers, rock gardens or water gardens. Some species are good candidates for erosion control on hillsides as well. Grows fine with full sun or partial shade.

Fox Red Curley Sedge (Carex buchananii) - Planting

Some varieties should be planted in moist areas, whereas others are quite drought-tolerant. Similarly, light requirements vary between varieties. Some varieties are self-sowing and may become invasive.

Fox Red Curley Sedge (Carex buchananii) - Pest

Aphids occur sometimes. Carex is also prone to smuts, fungal leaf spots, and rust.

Fox Red Curley Sedge (Carex buchananii) - Interesting facts

Sedges are distributed all over the world, but predominantly found in temperate regions. They are predominantly found in marshes. In landscaping, they are often used as borders, ground cover, in water gardens or in containers. Also good for erosion control.

Fox Red Curley Sedge (Carex buchananii) - Soil and irrigation

Sedges have a wide variety of watering needs. Many are generally associated with soggy soils, but some species can withstand droughts.

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