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Baumea teretifolia

Baumea teretifolia

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Baumea teretifolia, Nut Sedge, Machaerina teretifolia

Baumea teretifolia is a vigorous, NZ native Rush that features dark green-yellow foliage. In summer, plants bear brown seed heads which adds an interesting element to this plant. It is generally found in swampy areas where its roots enable it to spread to 1.5 m wide as it grows to 1 m high. Baumea teretifolia is commonly used to revegetate wetlands but can also be used around pond edges, alongside streams, or in boggy areas.

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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Baumea teretifolia, Nut Sedge, Machaerina teretifolia

Baumea teretifolia Details

Baumea teretifolia is a vigorous, NZ native Rush that features dark green-yellow foliage. In summer, plants bear brown seed heads which adds an interesting element to this plant. It is generally found in swampy areas where its roots enable it to spread to 1.5 m wide as it grows to 1 m high. This Sedge prefers wet conditions, plenty of space, and a full sun position. It will tolerate frost, cool climates, and exposed positions though. Baumea teretifolia is commonly used to revegetate wetlands but can also be used around pond edges, alongside streams, or in boggy areas.