Carex secta - Pukio, Purei
A large, fast-growing native New Zealand sedge, Carex secta thrives in moist soils, making it an excellent choice for stream-side and wetland plantings. With its extensive root system, it provides effective erosion control while adding texture and movement to landscapes. Hardy and easy to grow, this versatile plant is ideal for riparian restoration and pioneer plantings.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, sun, salt, wetland, wind, and coastal environments.
• Endemic Distribution: Widespread across North, South, and Stewart Islands, as well as the main Chatham Island (though scarce).
Specifications:
• Height: Up to 1.5m
• Flowering: September – December
• Fruiting: October – March
Ideal Uses:
• Riparian plantings
• Pioneer plantings
• Wetlands and waterways
Enhance your wetland or riparian area with the lush, resilient Carex secta—order today!
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
A large, fast-growing native New Zealand sedge, Carex secta thrives in moist soils, making it an excellent choice for stream-side and wetland plantings. With its extensive root system, it provides effective erosion control while adding texture and movement to landscapes. Hardy and easy to grow, this versatile plant is ideal for riparian restoration and pioneer plantings.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, sun, salt, wetland, wind, and coastal environments.
• Endemic Distribution: Widespread across North, South, and Stewart Islands, as well as the main Chatham Island (though scarce).
Specifications:
• Height: Up to 1.5m
• Flowering: September – December
• Fruiting: October – March
Ideal Uses:
• Riparian plantings
• Pioneer plantings
• Wetlands and waterways
Enhance your wetland or riparian area with the lush, resilient Carex secta—order today!
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
A large, fast-growing native New Zealand sedge, Carex secta thrives in moist soils, making it an excellent choice for stream-side and wetland plantings. With its extensive root system, it provides effective erosion control while adding texture and movement to landscapes. Hardy and easy to grow, this versatile plant is ideal for riparian restoration and pioneer plantings.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, sun, salt, wetland, wind, and coastal environments.
• Endemic Distribution: Widespread across North, South, and Stewart Islands, as well as the main Chatham Island (though scarce).
Specifications:
• Height: Up to 1.5m
• Flowering: September – December
• Fruiting: October – March
Ideal Uses:
• Riparian plantings
• Pioneer plantings
• Wetlands and waterways
Enhance your wetland or riparian area with the lush, resilient Carex secta—order today!
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”