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syn: Teasel Sedge or Tahoata

Carex dispsacea

$7.00

Carex dipsacea, also known as Teasel Sedge or Tahoata, is a native New Zealand sedge characterized by its dense, tufted growth habit and fine, green to bronze foliage. It thrives in damp or swampy conditions, often found near waterways, lakes, and wetlands. This sedge is known for its ornamental value and is suitable for revegetation projects, wetland plantings, and coastal gardens. 

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Description:
  • Growth Habit: Densely tufted, forming clumps up to 75cm tall. 
  • Foliage: Narrow, light green leaves that can develop attractive bronze tones, especially in autumn. 
  • Flowering: Produces dark brown seed heads during summer. 
  • Size: Typically grows to a height and width of 60cm to 70cm. 
  • Habitat: Found in damp and swampy areas, including wetlands, riverbanks, and coastal locations. 

Last Updated on September 23, 2025 by admin

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Cultivation Guide

  • Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade. 
  • Soil: Thrives in damp or moist soil, including sandy and loamy types. 
  • Water: Requires regular watering, especially during establishment and in drier conditions. 
  • Climate: Suitable for temperate, coastal, and alpine conditions. 
  • Maintenance: Easy to care for, with old foliage able to be trimmed back in early spring to encourage new growth. 
  • Uses: Ideal for mass plantings, revegetation projects, wetland restoration, and coastal gardens. 

Last Updated on September 23, 2025 by admin

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Unit

2.5 Litre HP

Grade

200-500mm

Annual Production

500

Supplier

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