Forming a dense, fountain-like tuft of slender, bronze-red foliage, this stylish evergreen is great for adding colour, movement and structure to the planting scheme. It also looks great in potted arrangements when used as the centrepiece, and under-planted with low-growing seasonal bedding.
How to care for Carex buchananii Red Rooster:
While wearing gloves, gently comb through the plant with your fingers in late winter to remove dead foliage.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.6m
Eventual spread:
0.9m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)