Buchanan's sedge (Carex buchananii)
Also known as: Silver-spiked sedge
Buchanan's sedge is known for its striking reddish-brown, narrow, leathery foliage that forms an upright, clumping habit. It reaches up to 80 cm in height and thrives in sunny to partially shaded spots with moist, well-drained soil. Resilient to various climates, it adds a year-round bronze texture to gardens, blending particularly well with grasses and perennials in naturalistic landscapes.
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Attributes of Buchanan's sedge
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Spread
30 cm to 60 cm
Leaf Color
Brown Red Orange
Flower Size
1 to 2 cm (0.4 to 0.8 inches)
Flower Color
Brown Green
Images of Buchanan's sedge
Quickly Identify Buchanan's sedge
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Upright, airy clump reaching 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) in height and width.
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Leaves with sharp edges and arching shape, curling at tips with copper-red coloration.
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Triangular stem, smooth and rigid, up to 2 feet (60 cm) tall, exhibiting reddish-brown coloring.
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Insignificant brown flowers in spikelets, 0.1 inches (2-3 mm) in diameter.
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Distinctive copper-red to bronze narrow leaves, 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) long and less than 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) wide.
Scientific Classification of Buchanan's sedge
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Sedge
Genus
True sedges
Species
Buchanan's sedge
