Description Description Carex testacea is native to New Zealand and is a tufted, evergreen perennial with narrow arching leaves. During summer it has green-olive leaves which go red during the winter months, supplying interests all year round, growing to between 40-60cm producing brown insignificant flowers and is great for supplying movement in a garden. Carex testacea grows best in a sheltered position on free draining soil and full sun but it can tolerate partial shade. It has an RHS hardiness ring of H5 meaning it can tolerate temperatures down to -15C to -10C Carex testacea is useful in many gardens, including: costal; gravel; patio; cottage; informal; low maintenance; sloped gardens; ground cover; prairie planting and flower borders and beds. Ultimate height and spread 60cm wide 60cm high Hardiness RHS hardiness ring of H5 meaning it can tolerate temperatures down to -15C to -10C Uses Costal Gravel Patio Cottage Informal Low maintenance Sloped gardens Ground cover Prairie planting Flower borders and beds. Light levels Full sun to partial shade Purchasing Plants When buying a plants it is important to know the different forms that they can come in. For more information visit our page on Bare root, root ball, potted plants. When purchasing plants, it is essential to plant them properly to ensure they survive. For more information on planting visit our Planting page.
