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New Zealand Hair Sedge - Carex comans 'Bronze'

Name: New Zealand Hair Sedge - Carex comans 'Bronze'
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Carex comans ‘Bronze’ - 14cm
Price: 14.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

A soft, tufting sedge with bronze foliage and a cascading form. Perfect for adding texture, contrast, and movement to Melbourne gardens and landscapes.

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Pot size:

14cm

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Quick Facts

Position

Full sun to semi shade; thrives in well drained soil and tolerates coastal exposure.

Size

Approx. 20-30 cm H × 30-60cm W; compact, mounding habit.

Water

Low once established; water moderately during prolonged dry periods.

Uses

Mass planting, borders, containers, rockeries, and coastal gardens.

Description

Carex comans 'Bronze', commonly known as New Zealand Hair Sedge, is a compact ornamental sedge with fine, bronze toned leaves that form a soft, cascading mound. Its graceful, flowing texture makes it ideal for use in contemporary, coastal, or naturalistic gardens. Drought and frost tolerant, this hardy evergreen sedge thrives in Melbourne’s variable climate and requires minimal maintenance.

Key Features:

Distinctive bronze toned evergreen foliage for year round appeal.
Graceful, tufting form adds texture and movement to plantings.
Tolerates drought, wind, and coastal exposure once established.
Low maintenance and adaptable to various soil types
Ideal for borders, mass planting, and modern landscape designs.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: Prefers well drained soil; adapts to sandy or loamy soils and tolerates mild clay.
Light: Full sun to semi shade; best bronze colour develops in full sun.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once established.
Fertiliser: Apply a slow release fertiliser annually in spring for lush growth.
Maintenance: Trim back old foliage annually to maintain a neat, fresh look.
Flowering: Produces subtle flower spikes in spring that add fine texture.

Landscaping Ideas

Use Carex comans ‘Bronze’ in drifts or clusters to soften hard edges in pathways, rockeries, or garden beds. Its cascading form contrasts beautifullywith upright plants and pairs well with silvery tones like Lomandra, Festuca, and Westringia. Also ideal for containers and mixed border plantings.

Expert Tip

For best colour, plant in full sun and trim back tired foliage in late winter or early spring.

FAQ's

Q: Is Carex comans ‘Bronze’ drought tolerant?

Yes. It’s very hardy once established and thrives with minimal water.

Q: Can it grow in shade?

It grows well in semi shade, though the bronze colour is more vibrant in full sun.

Q: How often should it be trimmed?

Once a year, after winter, to refresh growth and maintain a clean shape.

Why Choose Plant Nest?

At Plant Nest, we make it easy to buy plants online with delivery direct to your door. Every plant is hand-selected for quality, carefully packed, and backed by expert advice so you can grow with confidence.

Plant Nest New Zealand Hair Sedge - Carex comans 'Bronze'

$18.95

$14.95

On sale