Carex ‘Prairie Fire’ is a stunning ornamental sedge with fine green foliage that takes on warm copper and orange tones, especially in autumn and winter. Light, airy, and full of movement, it adds warmth and texture to borders and containers.

Quick Facts
Plant type: Evergreen sedge
Foliage colour: Green with copper orange tones
Height and spread: Approx. 40 to 50cm x 40cm
Position: Full sun
Soil: Free draining soil
Hardiness: Hardy in the UK

Dormancy and seasonal appearance
Evergreen, with strongest colour developing in cooler months.


Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire' Grass 3L

Carex ‘Prairie Fire’ is a stunning ornamental sedge with fine green foliage that takes on warm copper and orange tones, especially in autumn and winter. Light, airy, and full of movement, it adds warmth and texture to borders and containers.

Quick Facts
Plant type: Evergreen sedge
Foliage colour: Green with copper orange tones
Height and spread: Approx. 40 to 50cm x 40cm
Position: Full sun
Soil: Free draining soil
Hardiness: Hardy in the UK

Dormancy and seasonal appearance
Evergreen, with strongest colour developing in cooler months.


Common Questions

Is this good for pots

Yes, it is especially effective in containers.

Does it trail

It has a gently cascading habit rather than true trailing growth.

Is it low maintenance

Yes.

Planting Ideas


Ideal for grounding mixed planting schemes or pairing with flowering perennials

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Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Full sun, Part shade

Soil:

Well drained soil, Moist but well drained soil

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