{"product_id":"csec-5-50","title":"50x Carex Secta - $2.99 each","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCarex secta\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eCommon Names: Pukio, Swamp Sedge\u003cbr data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"52\"\u003e Family: Cyperaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"73\"\u003e Origin: New Zealand\u003cbr data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e Plant Type: Evergreen Wetland Sedge\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"147\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eCarex secta\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Pukio or Swamp Sedge, is a striking New Zealand native wetland plant known for its distinctive raised “pedestal” growth habit. Naturally found in swamps, lake margins, and slow-moving waterways, it forms impressive golden-green tussocks that elevate above wet ground. Ideal for restoration projects, rain gardens, and pond edges, this bold sedge brings strong architectural structure to moisture-rich landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, arching, golden-green to olive-green leaves forming dense tussocks.\u003cbr data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eFlowers \/ Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown flowering spikes appear in spring and early summer.\u003cbr data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"800\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, upright clumps that develop elevated bases over time in wet conditions.\u003cbr data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"882\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast in wet soils.\u003cbr data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Ecological Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for wetland restoration, erosion control, water filtration, and providing habitat for native wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1108\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1116\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1148\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e1m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1168\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpread\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e1m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1186\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1205\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eUpright tussock\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1251\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1261\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1295\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1321\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1330\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eHigh; thrives in permanently damp or boggy soils\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1390\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eWet, poorly drained soils; tolerates standing water\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1457\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eAcid to neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1495\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eHardy; tolerates moderate to heavy frost\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eLandscaping \u0026amp; Garden Uses:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e• Ideal for pond margins and swales\u003cbr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e • Excellent for wetland and riparian planting\u003cbr data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003e • Strong architectural feature in large gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e • Effective erosion control in damp areas\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old outer foliage as needed; cut back lightly in late winter to refresh.\u003cbr data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires consistently moist to wet conditions; avoid dry sites.\u003cbr data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally not required; thrives in natural wet soils.\u003cbr data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically pest- and disease-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eAdditional Tips:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003eBest suited to larger spaces where its bold size and raised form can be appreciated. Not ideal for small dry gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eFun Fact \/ Botanical Insight:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eAs \u003cem data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eCarex secta\u003c\/em\u003e matures in wet environments, it builds up organic matter beneath itself, creating the characteristic “pukio pedestal” that lifts the plant above waterlogged ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eWhy Choose Carex secta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003eFor dramatic structure, wetland resilience, and ecological function, Pukio is one of New Zealand’s most distinctive and valuable native sedges.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are our standard size in 5cm square pots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Purei","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43004839886914,"sku":"CSEC-5-50","price":149.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/4545\/files\/Carex_secta_00_R9ARKQ72YSRC_bc07f26f-6031-417e-8305-9f3d655f7db7.jpg?v=1771351057","url":"https:\/\/greenmachine.nz\/products\/csec-5-50","provider":"Greenmachine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}