Carex testacea

orange sedge
Clumping sedge, deep orangey color is brightest in winter. A treat in coastal gardens, where it can self-sow.
height 18–24in
width 12–36in
tolerates Cool Summers, Fog, Pots, Salt, Wind
water
needs
High
water
info
Water this plant regularly, when the surface of the soil feels dry. Usually this will mean once or twice a week in dry weather. Use drippers, emitters, or a slow stream of water so that it doesn’t run off; allow the water to trickle all the way down through to the deepest layers of soil. In a pot slowly water the entire surface until water comes out of the bottom of your pot.

Don’t overwater during winter, given consistent winter rains.
hardy
to
15F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil, Tolerates Heavy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose
origin New Zealand
california
native
No
sunset
zones
5–9, 14–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

If desired propagate by dividing clumps in early summer.
Rake out old leaves to keep looking fresh.