Prairie Fire Sedge Ornamental Grasses (Carex Prairie Fire)

Prairie Fire Sedge Ornamental Grasses Description

Prairie Fire Sedge is a striking ornamental grass that stands out for its bold, fiery red foliage. This hardy perennial creates neat, dense clumps of slender, arching leaves that transition to vibrant shades of orange, red, and bronze in the cooler months, adding year round colour and texture to the garden. With its ability to thrive in a variety of conditions, it makes an excellent addition to borders, containers, or as ground cover. Prairie Fire Sedge is particularly valued for its low maintenance nature and versatility in both sunny and partially shaded areas.

Pruning Advice

Cutting Back: In early spring, before new growth emerges, it is a good idea to cut back any dead or damaged foliage to ground level. This will tidy up the plant and allow fresh new growth to emerge. Cutting back in spring also helps maintain a neat, compact form and encourages healthy growth for the coming season.

Dividing: Every 2 to 3 years, divide the clumps to prevent overcrowding and promote vigorous growth. This also helps rejuvenate the plant and can provide you with new plants for other parts of the garden or for sharing with others.

General Care: Throughout the growing season, remove any dead or damaged leaves to keep the plant looking tidy. Regularly inspect the plant for pests or diseases, although Prairie Fire Sedge is generally pest resistant.

Watering: Ensure that the plant receives adequate water, particularly during dry spells. However, be sure that the soil is well drained to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.

Further Information

Vibrant Foliage: The most attractive feature of Prairie Fire Sedge is its bold, fiery foliage, which turns brilliant shades of red, orange, and bronze in autumn and winter, creating a dynamic contrast in the garden. This dramatic colour change enhances the seasonal interest in your garden, making it a perfect plant for year round visual impact.

Low Maintenance: Prairie Fire Sedge is a relatively low maintenance plant, requiring only basic care to thrive. Once established, it is drought tolerant, making it a great option for water wise gardens.

Compact Growth: This plant grows to a height of 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches), making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or as part of a mixed border. It is also well suited for use in containers or as a ground cover.

Versatile Growing Conditions: Prairie Fire Sedge is adaptable, performing well in a variety of soil types, as long as the soil is well drained and consistently moist. It tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it ideal for a range of garden environments.

Winter Interest: As a semi evergreen plant, Prairie Fire Sedge retains its colourful foliage during the winter months in milder climates, providing interest even when other plants are dormant.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.