Orange New Zealand Sedge Grass
Carex testacea
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Orange New Zealand Sedge Grass highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
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Growth RateMedium
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Growing Zones 7-11
Visually stunning! Orange New Zealand Sedge Grass (Carex testacea) may not be a plant you have heard of, but chances are good you've seen it cropping up in more places now that it's gone somewhat mainstream among discerning landscapers!
Gardeners tout the Orange New Zealand Sedge's beautiful form and dramatic color! Each spring, watch as this Sedge sprouts into magnificently arched mounds and develops bronze-green leaves that provide boundless beauty in a range of applications!
Then, when fall approaches and the weather gets chilly, it transforms into an electric orange hue, sending visual shockwaves through your landscape! It is easy to see why this hardy Sedge is easy to grow and super versatile throughout USDA planting zones 7 to 11, handling heat and humidity with ease!
Planting and Application:
Orange New Zealand Sedges grass-like foliage drapes ever so slightly over, allowing it to spill from container edges or tumble over garden edging and rocks, bringing texture and visual beauty to otherwise boring areas of your landscape! Add to your rock garden or create zigzagged rows for a unique edging along the sides of a pathway!
Not just tolerating average to drier sites in the garden, but Sedges are also best known for their love of moist soil! Use it beside fountains or ponds, in low wetlands, or in that trouble spot that never seems to completely dry out in your yard. Make a rain garden or a drainage ditch sing with motion and color!
Sedge is also tolerant of sun and some shade, so plant this colorful Sedge where you need it, and then sit back and admire your handiwork for nearly three seasons each year! No need to worry about browsers nibbling down your landscaping either since deer and rabbits seldom eat these plants!
- Bronzy Green Blades
- Explosive Fall Color!
- Great Texture & Small Size
- Versatile & Adaptable Accents
- Great In Small Yards & Urban Gardens
- Edging, Wet & Dry Locations, Container Spillers & High Impact Color
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Also known as Hair Sedge, this ornamental loves moisture, making it ideal for covering up those troublesome wet spots in your lawn that are less forgiving to less sturdy plantings. Orange New Zealand Sedge thrives in sun or shade, and any well-drained site with enough moisture access will do perfectly! Clean mounds in the early spring and trim back old growth for a fresh new start to each growing season.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Soil Types
- Moderate to High Moisture Locations
- Prune Early Spring Or Comb Out Old Leaves
- Very Hardy Grass-Like Perennial
- Rabbit & Deer Resistant
With this beautiful plant afoot, you don't need a professional landscaper to bring your lawn to life with color and beauty. Order your Orange New Zealand Sedge today so that you can get it in the ground this season.
