100x Carex Flagellifera Brown - $1.99 each

Common Names: Brown Sedge, Weeping Brown Carex
Family: Cyperaceae
Origin: New Zealand (endemic)
Plant Type: Evergreen Sedge / Tussock Grass Overview:

Carex flagellifera ‘Brown’ is a fine-textured, weeping native sedge known for its rich bronze-brown foliage and cascading form. It brings earthy tones and soft movement to garden borders, mass plantings, or containers. Hardy and low-maintenance, it’s ideal for modern native landscapes, coastal settings, or anywhere a soft, sculptural edge is needed. Key Features:

Foliage: Fine, narrow, arching leaves in coppery brown tones

Flowers / Fruit: Inconspicuous flowers on short stems in spring/summer

Form & Habit: Tidy clump with graceful, cascading habit

Growth Rate: Moderate

Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides texture and ground cover; suitable for native biodiversity plantings Mature Size: Attribute Size Height 40–50 cm Spread 50–70 cm Form Low, arching tussock Ideal Growing Conditions: Requirement Detail Light Full sun to partial shade Water Low to moderate; tolerates dryness Soil Free-draining; sandy or loamy soils pH Range Neutral to slightly acidic Frost Tolerance Hardy to approx. –5 °C Landscaping & Garden Uses:

Mass planting for soft texture and colour contrast

Great for borders, paths, and containers

Coastal, urban, or low-maintenance gardens

Native gardens and mixed grass plantings

Erosion control or ground cover on banks/slopes Care & Maintenance:

Pruning: Trim back old foliage in late winter to rejuvenate form

Watering: Low once established; water during prolonged drought

Feeding: Not usually needed; compost in spring if desired

Pests & Diseases: Rarely affected

Additional Tips: Plant en masse for maximum visual impact Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

Carex flagellifera gets its species name from the Latin flagellum, meaning whip — a nod to its long, flexible foliage. The ‘Brown’ cultivar is especially popular for its warm tones and architectural elegance. Why Choose Carex flagellifera ‘Brown’?

This versatile native sedge is perfect for adding texture, tone, and movement to your landscape. Whether used as a soft edging, planted in mass, or featured in pots, it offers year-round beauty with minimal effort — a must-have for sustainable, stylish gardens.

Pot Size: These are our standard size in 4 cm square pots.