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ORANGE SWITCH GRASS, RED SEDGE
Carex testacea
SKU: 648-010
Description
Carex testacea is also known as Orange Sedge, Red Switch Grass, and Speckled Sedge. They are a popular choice for their warm orange color and dense clump forming habit. These grasses work well in a perennial border or container. They are drought and salt tolerant. The leaves are olive green in partial shade and orange in full sun or in the fall/winter, providing stunning color contrast. Mass plantings create a spectacular show!
Type: Hardy perennial
Location: Sun or part shade
Hardiness zones: 6-10
Height: 18"
Seeds per pack: 10
Germination: Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year. These seeds require light for germination. Surface sow the seeds on a sterile seed-start mix, and keep continually moist until plants germinate. Germinate at room temperature (20-22 °C, 68-72 °F). Seeds germinate in about 2-5 weeks. Grow in a sunny location.
Description
Carex testacea is also known as Orange Sedge, Red Switch Grass, and Speckled Sedge. They are a popular choice for their warm orange color and dense clump forming habit. These grasses work well in a perennial border or container. They are drought and salt tolerant. The leaves are olive green in partial shade and orange in full sun or in the fall/winter, providing stunning color contrast. Mass plantings create a spectacular show!
Type: Hardy perennial
Location: Sun or part shade
Hardiness zones: 6-10
Height: 18"
Seeds per pack: 10
Germination: Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year. These seeds require light for germination. Surface sow the seeds on a sterile seed-start mix, and keep continually moist until plants germinate. Germinate at room temperature (20-22 °C, 68-72 °F). Seeds germinate in about 2-5 weeks. Grow in a sunny location.
