Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire'

A handsome evergreen grass, Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' is clump forming with olive green, long narrow leaves which turn shades of burnished bronze, red and gold in late summer & autumn.

Grows best in a sunny position and very effective when planted in small groups.

• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Most fertile soil. Avoid very wet areas.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' grows to be an upright, clump forming grass.
  • Height: up to 40 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
  • Spread: 30 - 40 cm (1 ft)

Pruning: Remove any dead or damaged leaves in the summer months.