COMMERCIAL NURSERY – WETLAND PLANT
Gahnia sieberiana – Red-fruit Saw Sedge
Gahnia is a native with mostly large, robust sedges with long, arching leaves. The common name ‘Saw Sedge’ refers to the rough edges of the leaves which can cause a painful cut if handled carelessly. They are usually found in damp areas or in areas subject to periodic inundation. For Australian gardens, Gahnia sieberiana has been suggested as a native replacement for pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana), which is a noxious weed there. It is a widespread plant that favours damp sunny sites. Many insect larvae have been recorded feeding on the Red-fruit Saw Sedge.
Uses: Ornamental; Habitat.
DIMENSIONS | FLOWERING
Flowering: The flowers occur in spring and summer at the ends of the stems in long clusters (pannicles) and are black in colour. The flowers are followed by shiny, red-brown seeds about 4 mm long. Dense flower spike 30-100cm x 70mm. Nuts bright red and shiny.
ASPECT | SOIL TYPE
PLANTING RATES | MAINTENANCE
Maintenance: A versatile plant as it is generally low maintenance, will grow in a range of soils and will also handle reasonable periods of excessive wetness in the root zone. Whilst not essential, it will benefit from a deep trim in early Autumn to ensure the tuft remains dense and healthy.
SIZES | AVAILABILITY
Maintenance: Contact Bluedale Wholesale Nursery for current availability list or to discuss our pre-grow commercial plant service.
