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Key characteristics

Family: Cyperaceae
Height: 10 to 12 inches
Width: 12 to 15 inches
Flower color: Inconspicuous; brownish spikes
Foliage color: Rich bronze-red with hints of copper
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Water: Moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: Zones 7 to 10
Wildlife: Minimal; primarily valued for foliage

Groundcovers

Uncinia rubra 'Belinda's Find'

New Zealand Red Hook Sedge

Uncinia rubra 'Belinda's Find' is an ornamental grass-like perennial known for its vibrant, copper-red foliage with fine green margins. The slender, arching leaves create a dynamic texture, adding a warm and eye-catching element to the garden. In summer, the plant produces inconspicuous brown flower spikes, which complement the rich tones of the foliage and provide subtle seasonal interest.

Native to New Zealand, Uncinia rubra thrives in a variety of climates and is particularly valued for its bold coloration and elegant form.

Light

Partial shade to full shade

Water

Moist, well-drained soil

Bloom time

Late spring to early summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Woodland Gardens
Borders
Containers
Under Trees

Companion plants

Ajugas · Leucothoes · Brunneras · Autumn ferns · Tiarellas · Hellebores

Design tip

Use the warm copper foliage to introduce year-round color beneath trees and among predominantly green shade plantings. Repeat the graceful, arching form throughout the landscape to create movement while contrasting beautifully with broad-leaved perennials and woodland ferns.

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