Amazon Mist Sedge | Carex comans ‘Amazon Mist’ adds soft texture and movement to Cape Town gardens with its fine, arching, silvery-green foliage. This ornamental sedge forms graceful, flowing clumps that bring a natural, airy feel to borders, rockeries, containers and contemporary landscapes. Its delicate appearance pairs beautifully with bold-leaved plants and colourful flowers, creating contrast and visual interest throughout the year.
Why You’ll Love It:
Plant & Care
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing and during hot, dry periods, keeping the soil lightly moist without waterlogging. Trim away old or damaged foliage to encourage fresh growth and maintain its attractive shape.
Did You Know?
Carex is a large group of plants commonly known as sedges. Unlike many traditional grasses, sedges typically have solid, triangular stems, and their fine foliage makes them popular for adding a softer, more natural look to ornamental garden designs.
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Growth Expectancy
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30cm H x 35cm W
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Position
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Sun / Semi- Shade
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| Water Smart | No |
| Indigenous | No |
