Native Carex

aka Tussock, NZ Sedge
This native 'grass' is really tough and hardy tolerating cold winds and almost any soil. The brick-orange foliage looks very graceful as it waves and dances in the wind. Ideal for planting in large drifts. If the clumps become a little untidy just chop back hard for renewed vigour. Evergreen.
30-40 cm
Height range of stock
20-30 cm
Height range of stock
15-20 cm
Height range of stock
New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $26.99. Payment on order.
(Out of Stock) 40/50 cm QTY: ADD TO WAITLIST

NZ Native Grass that is a successful colonising plant often used for wetland planting that can also grow on dry sites making it suitable for planting where the conditions may vary periodically. Virgata is a mass of green needle foliage. Tolerant coastal condition. Evergreen.
40-50 cm
Height range of stock

aka NZ Iris
A native perennial with narrow spears of bronze green foliage that turns orange-brown in winter. Wiry stems of dainty white 'butterfly' flowers appear in spring and summer. Prefers a semi-shaded position and acid soil. Evergreen.
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
(Out of Stock) 30/40 cm QTY: ADD TO WAITLIST
Wairere Nursery, 826 Gordonton Road, R D 1, Hamilton 3281 Ph: (07) 824 3430 Email: