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Prairie Fire New Zealand Sedge

Prairie Fire New Zealand Sedge

CAREX testacea 'Prairie Fire'

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Common Name(s)
Sedge
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
1'–2'
Max Spread
12"-18"
Garden Design Role
Architectural
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding, Bushy, Tufted
Drought Resistance
Moderate drought resistance
Foliage Color
Green, Red/Orange
Stem Color
Green, Purple/Black
Themes
Fire, Confetti
Genus
Carex
Family
Cyperaceae
Ship Size
4"

Prairie Fire New Zealand Sedge (Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire') is a stunning architectural grass that brings a warm, glowing energy to the landscape. This selection features fine-textured, olive-green blades that transform into a brilliant, shimmering orange-bronze, especially when grown in full sun. In late summer, its delicate flower spikes drape elegantly over the foliage, adding to its airy, mounding silhouette.

As a versatile member of the Carex genus, 'Prairie Fire' provides exceptional multi-season interest and maintains its color throughout the winter in mild climates. Its upright-to-arching habit makes it a premier choice for modern landscapes, mixed containers, or as a high-contrast accent in garden borders. Why you’ll love it: Vibrant orange-bronze coloration, graceful fine texture, and a rugged, low-maintenance nature that handles both sun and light shade.

This healthy 4" live plant thrives in full sun (for best color) to partial shade and requires regular moisture.