Leather Leaf Sedge
Carex Buchananii
Overview
The Leather Leaf Sedge, Carex buchananii, is a perennial grass-like plant known for its striking bronze foliage. It forms upright, tufted clumps reaching 18-24 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide. With its narrow, curling leaves, it adds texture and year-round interest to gardens. Hardy in USDA zones 6-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and waterside plantings.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 5–10Type GrassClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- High
- USDA zones
- 5–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 2–3 Ft.
- Mature width
- 2–3 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Grass
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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