Prairie Fire is an extremely eye catching plant, it has narrow, arching olive-green leaves and subtly orange highlights. This ornamental grass is low growing, often cascading over itself into mound of green. Prairie Fire is loved for its long growing season, providing visual interest all year round.
Carex testacea (Prairie Fire)
Carex testacea
Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire is an extremely eye catching plant, it has narrow, arching olive-green leaves and subtly orange highlights. This ornamental grass is low growing, often cascading over itself into mound of green. Prairie Fire is loved for its long growing season, providing visual interest all year round.
| Plant Type | Grass, Ornamental Grass |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 7 (0° F)Zone 8 (10° F)Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Brown, Inconspicuous |
| Flower Season | |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 1-2ft |
| Spread | 1-2ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Great Foliage, Showy |
| Attracts | Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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