Botanical name:

Carex comans var Red

Common name(s):

Bronco, Bronze Curls

About:

This native tussock grass features a lovely pinkish too bronze colour, which is notably more lively and vibrant than some of the duller brown varieties of Carex. It thrives in a range of environments, extending from coastal areas to subalpine conditions, and it is also quite easy to grow, making it a versatile choice for many types of gardens.

Natural habitat:

Coastal to subalpine. Usually in free draining soils either in the open or under scrub or tall forest in relatively open sparsely vegetated situations. It often naturalises in urban areas.

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Drought, Salt, Wind & Coastal tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

North, South and Stewart Islands

Height: 40cm

Flowering:

Throughout the year

Fruiting:

Throughout the year

Uses:

Riparian & Pioneer Plantings.

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed and by division of established plants. Three colour forms exist, the red and green forms are the most widely cultivated. Often naturalises in urban areas and at times can become invasive. Tolerant of a wide range of conditions except permanently waterlogged soils. However does best in full sun in a free draining soil.

**Seed germinates without pre treatment. Sow seed direct & keep moist until germination is complete.