Carex Testacea (Orange Sedge)
Carex Testacea (Orange Sedge)
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Carex Testacea (Orange Sedge) is a striking ornamental grass with unique orange-brown foliage that adds warmth and texture to any garden. The narrow, arching leaves of this sedge have a distinctive coppery hue that matures to deeper orange tones, creating a glowing effect in the landscape. This sedge is perfect for use in borders, as ground cover, or in containers, providing year-round colour and movement. It pairs beautifully with other plants, offering contrast to green foliage and flowering plants.
Orange Sedge thrives in well-drained, moist soils and can tolerate both sun and partial shade, making it versatile for a variety of garden conditions. Its low-maintenance nature and ability to add dramatic colour make it a fantastic choice for both contemporary and naturalistic garden designs.


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Mature height
0.4–0.5 metres
Mature width
0.3–0.4 metres
Spacing
0.3–0.4 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Copper-orange foliage with a slightly golden hue
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer [September–December]
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Trim back dead foliage in late winter to promote fresh growth.