Uncinia rubra 'Belinda's Find'Belinda's Find Hook Sedge

The Uncinia rubra 'Belinda's Find', or Belinda's Find Hook Sedge, is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass admired for its vibrant red-bronze foliage. Growing to a modest height of 30 to 40 cm, its arching, fine-textured leaves bring year-round colour and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. Its clumping habit makes it ideal for mass planting or as an accent in rockeries and modern garden designs.

This hardy sedge thrives in a variety of conditions, offering a low-maintenance option for adding bold contrast to both formal and informal landscapes.

Specifications

• Height0.3 to 0.4 metres
• Width0.3 to 0.4 metres
• Native toNew Zealand
• FoliageRed-bronze, fine-textured, arching leaves
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained soil; tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay types
• LightFull sun to partial shade (best colour in full sun)
• WaterLow to moderate; tolerates dry spells once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions

Additional Features

• UsesIdeal for borders, groundcover, mass planting, containers, and rockeries
• SpacingPlant 30 cm apart for dense coverage or as individual accents
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; occasional trimming to remove dead foliage
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and resilient
• Seasonal AppealYear-round colour with vibrant foliage adding contrast
• VersatilitySuitable for modern, coastal, and water-wise garden designs

Belinda's Find Hook Sedge is a bold and reliable ornamental grass, perfect for adding striking colour and easy-care texture to gardens and landscapes.