Botanical name:

Carex raoulii

Common name(s):

Coastal forest sedge, Raoul’s sedge

About:

Carex raoulii is a perennial grass-like plant characterised by its narrow, light green leaves that provide a graceful appearance. This species is typically found in wet shrub-lands, marshes, and along stream banks, thriving in moist environments. Carex raoulii serves multiple purposes, acting not only as an attractive ornamental plant for enhancing landscapes in gardens but also playing a vital role in stabilising soil and effectively reducing erosion in vulnerable areas.

Natural habitat:

Coastal and lowland shrub-lands, marshes, and along stream banks

Growing environment:

Frost, Shade, Wind, Coastal, Wetland & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

New Zealand’s North and South Islands

Height: 90cm

Flowering:

September – November

Fruiting:

October – May

Uses:

Riparian Plantings, Forests & Wetlands

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed and by the division of established plants. Excellent for a permanently damp situation in a shaded site where it does best planted within a rich soil.

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