Description
Carex testacea ‘Prairie Fire,’ commonly known as Fire Sedge, is a striking ornamental grass valued for its vibrant, fiery copper-orange foliage that intensifies in color during the cooler months, providing year-round visual interest in garden landscapes. Native to New Zealand, this evergreen sedge forms dense, arching clumps that reach about 12-18 inches in height, making it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and mass plantings. Praised for its drought tolerance and adaptability to a variety of soil types, ‘Prairie Fire’ thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires minimal maintenance, contributing to its popularity among gardeners and landscapers. This cultivar’s unique combination of fine-textured leaves and bold coloration adds dynamic contrast to perennial beds and rock gardens. Its outstanding performance and distinctive appearance have earned it recognition among ornamental grass selections for modern landscape designs.