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Carex dissita (Purei)

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Purei, Forest Sedge

Carex dissita, commonly known as Purei or Forest Sedge, features arching, mid-green leaves that radiate from a central clump. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in shaded areas that do not dry out. Carex dissita is commonly used in revegetation plantings, woodland gardens, or grown in damp and shady areas, such as alongside streams.

Carex dissita (Purei) plant growing in a native garden.
A Carex dissita plant growing in full sun.
$9.23
The average plant height is 40 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Grasses
Height:50 cm
Spread:50 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy, Shade, Wet
Garden uses:Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPurei, Forest Sedge
Sku10036

What is the optimum Carex dissita grass spacing?

The optimum spacing for Carex dissita plants to merge and become an effective ground cover is 30-40 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as a unique plant, they will need to be spaced at least 60 cm apart. The spacing for having them merge to a limited degree is 45-50 cm apart.

What are the landscaping uses for Carex dissita in NZ?

Carex dissita is an excellent choice for landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted either as a ground cover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, or planted around wetland areas. This hardy, NZ native grass is also perfect for gardens around commercial buildings that are often somewhat neglected, particularly those with wetter areas such as drains and the like. Carex dissita is favoured by landscape designers across NZ due to its tidy form and versatility. It can grow well in both wet and dry areas, making it an effective ground cover plant with pleasant aesthetics.

Carex dissita for sale in NZ

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What are the best Carex dissita growing conditions?

The best growing conditions for Carex dissita are a full sun or part shade position. This is a hardy plant that tolerates frost, wet soils, dry periods, cold climates, wind, coastal climates, and most soil types.

What height does Carex dissita grow to?

Carex dissita grow to about 50 cm tall and the same wide, and it will reach this within three years with optimal growing conditions. If the growing conditions are less favourable, the plants may stay smaller and will take longer to reach their mature size.

Carex dissita pruning

The primary reason for pruning Carex dissita is to remove dead or damaged foliage. This helps maintain the plant's aesthetic appeal and promotes healthy new growth. Such light pruning can be done at any time. If more aggressive pruning is required, which involves removing 50% of the vegetation, it is generally undertaken during the summer when the plants are actively growing. The plants can safely be cut back by up to 75% during this time. The Plant Company recommends that the plants have at least 10 cm of growth at the base of the plant remaining during any severe pruning. Avoid heavy pruning in winter, as the plants may struggle to recover.

What is the common name for Carex dissita?

The common names for Carex dissita are Purei and Forest Sedge.

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