Carex Red Rooster Ornamental Grass Seeds (Carex buchananii)
Carex (Carex buchananii Red Rooster) - Commonly known as Leatherleaf Sedge, this little has all that you want in an ornamental grass. It readily grows from Carex seed, and it has a dense, tufted, arching habit with narrow evergreen foliage. The leaves of this ornamental grass are copper-red to light brown in color. Leatherleaf Sedge Red Rooster prefers moist soil and does best in mild, cool climates.
Grass Specifications
- Season: Perennial
- USDA Zones: 6 - 9
- Height: 20 inches
- Width: 20 inches
- Foliage Color: Orange-red-brown
- Flower Color: Flower spikes unremarkable
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Fall Color: Same
- Soil Requirement: Moist, well-drained sites are best, pH 6.8 - 7.4
- Environment: Full sun
- Moisture Requirements: Moist soils
Planting Directions
- Temperature: 60 - 68F
- Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
- Light Required: Yes
- Depth: Sow on to the surface and cover with 1/8 of topsoil
- Sowing Rate: 4 seeds per plant
- Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
- Plant Spacing: 8 inches
- Care & Maintenance: Carex
