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🌾 Grasses, Sedges & Flaxes

This group includes our structural native grasses, sedges and flaxes — essential plants for wetland margins, stream edges, coastal areas and garden design. Species such as Carex, harakeke/flax, toe toe and pingao provide: Strong root systems for erosion control Shelter and habitat for insects and birds Texture and movement in the landscape Cultural significance, especially harakeke These plants are hardy, practical and beautiful — ideal for restoration projects or adding natural structure to your garden.
This group includes our structural native grasses, sedges and flaxes essential plants for wetland margins, stream edges, coastal areas and garden design. Species such as Carex, harakeke/flax, toe toe and pingao provide: Strong root systems for erosion control Shelter and habitat for insects and birds Texture and movement in the landscape Cultural significance, especially harakeke These plants are hardy, practical and beautiful ideal for restoration projects or adding natural structure to your garden.
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