A very popular Sedge, Carex buchananii (Leatherleaf Sedge) is a tufted perennial grass with an evergreen foliage of narrow, copper-bronze leaves. Erect when young, the grass-like leaves tend gradually to arch over time, curling gracefully towards their tips.

Carex buchananii, common names Buchanan's sedge, cutty grass, is a species of sedge (in the Cyperaceae family). It is endemic to New Zealand, being found on both the North and South Islands. [4] It has no synonyms according to Plants of the world online, [5] but two according to the New Zealand Plant Conservation Network [4]

Carex buchananii, commonly known as leatherleaf sedge, is a perennial evergreen sedge that is native to New Zealand. Narrow, fine, upright, grass-like, copper-bronze to cinnamon-brown leaves (less than 1/2” wide) rise to 18-24” tall, arching slightly at the tips.

With its showy colorful leaves that have excellent fall color and winter interest, this sedge provides contrast to any green leaved plant in the landscape. Use it as an accent plant in a rain garden, or mass plant it in the front of a border or along a walkway.

Leather Leaf Sedge is a cool-season grass. Where temperatures get colder than zero degrees F, the plants should be treated as annuals. Once the grass turns brown it can either be removed immediately or removed in the spring. It should not be expected to live through the winter and begin growing again in the spring.

Striking clumps of reddish bronze foliage that fades to flax at the tips, giving off a warm glow when back-lit by the sun. This versatile sedge thrives in damp areas around ponds and water gardens yet can tolerate dry spells, when established. A great choice for a dramatic foliage effect in borders and containers. Evergreen.

Consider this an essential perennial when planning fall or winter gardens for its autumnal colors and persisting habit. From Jelitto. This is a cool season grass and will put on its most growth in spring. The foliage is evergreen but can be trimmed in late winter to keep it looking fresh. Feed moderatly with 75 - 100 ppm N at each watering.

Carex buchananii. leatherleaf sedge. A tufted perennial to 75cm, with narrow, evergreen, orange-brown, arching leaves with curling tips, and brown flowering spikes in late summer

Genus: Carex Plant Height: 1 to 3 feet; Plant Width: 1 to 3 feet; Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9; Uses: Containers; Bloom Time: Fall; Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade; Maintenance: Low; Moisture: Medium Moisture; Foliage Color: Purple/Burgundy; Characteristics: Self Seeds, Showy Foliage

Leather leaf sedge — Carex buchananii The Leather leaf sedge is a dense clumping perennial comprised of orange-bronze colored blades that reach 2-3 ft. tall and have curly tips. This colorful plant from New Zealand is well suited to containers and border plantings.