38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Carex flagellifera 'Red'
Red Flagellifera Sedge, Bronze Glen Murray
$8
PB3
Mature height:
50 - 70 cm
Mature width:
60 - 80 cm
A spectacular, richly coloured native selection forming a large, gracefully weeping, fine-textured fountain clump. Features long, trailing, polished blades displaying an intense dark bronze-purple to deep chocolate-red tone that stays vibrant through all seasons.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Adaptable; prefers well-drained to damp loam, clay, or sand.
Sunlight
Full sun ensures the deepest, most metallic chocolate-red colouration.
Flower
Inconspicuous small dark spikes in summer.
Care & Maintenance
Carex flagellifera 'Red' is a resilient and visually appealing sedge known for its rich, rusty-bronze color.
• Prefers sunny positions to ensure best color development.
• Generally pest-free; light spring grooming keeps it tidy.
• Very hardy and well-suited to wind-exposed sites.
• Occasional summer watering helps maintain its healthy vigor.
Common Uses for
Carex flagellifera 'Red'
01
Dramatic Contrast Drift
Provides an intense, weeping smoky purple-bronze highlight that breaks up solid green background beds.
02
Architectural Slope Blanket
Groups beautifully on large slopes to establish sweeping, eye-catching, low-care colourful definition.
03
Modern Urban Landscapes
Highly favored for public planting due to its clean geometric lines, dark tones, and tough resilience.
04
Large Terrace Containers
Brings a highly sophisticated, rich, colour-shifting feature to large decorative patio entry pots.
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We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only