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Carex For Wet Areas

Carex secta

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Swamp Sedge, Pukio

Carex secta, commonly known as Pukio or Swamp Sedge, is a NZ native grass commonly found in swampy areas. It features slender foliage which is dark green and held densely. Older plants may develop a short, thick trunk as it typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Carex secta is a popular plant that is perfect for revegetating or enhancing wetland areas, planting around pond or stream areas, including in a mixed planting or border, or mass planting either as a groundcover or on a bank.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Grasses
  • Height:
    1.50 m
  • Spread:
    1.50 m
  • Tolerances:
    Hardy, Wet
  • Garden uses:
    Ponds
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian

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