Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' – Orange Sedge
Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' – Orange Sedge
Plant Profile
Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' – Orange Sedge
Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' – Orange Sedge
A striking evergreen sedge with a fiery personality, Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' features upright, slender foliage in green-bronze tones tipped with vivid orange — a color combination that intensifies in full sun. Tough and adaptable, it thrives in heat and humidity and tolerates drought and deer, making it a low-maintenance standout in borders, containers, and mixed plantings. Rose-colored blooms add a subtle seasonal accent.
Key Features:
- Perennial; Evergreen
- Deer resistant; drought tolerant
- Upright, slender green-bronze foliage tipped with orange
- Color intensifies in full sun
- Tolerates heat and humidity
- Excellent for borders, containers, and mixed plantings
Growing Details:
Height: 18" | Spread: 15"
Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade | Water: Moderate
Bloom time: Spring | Bloom color: Rose
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5–9
Plant Details
Everything you need to grow it well.
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