{"product_id":"carex-cherokeensis","title":"Carex Cherokeensis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarex cherokeensis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a warm season native sedge that forms soft, fountain like clumps of medium green foliage. Its adaptability, clumping habit, and soil stabilization benefits make it a valuable low maintenance ground layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 - 24 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, rich soils; tolerates periodic flooding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; thrives with regular moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to the southeastern and south central United States, particularly in moist woodlands, floodplains, and prairies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports caterpillars of native skippers such as Delaware Skipper and Southern Broken Dash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds are consumed by songbirds including sparrows and finches; foliage offers nesting material and shelter for ground nesting species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart for effective soil coverage and to allow clumps to develop naturally over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for native plant meadows, swales, woodland borders, and rain gardens. Works well in both restoration and ornamental plantings requiring soil stability and habitat value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds bright, upright blooms that contrast with the arching habit of Carex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSymphyotrichum oblongifolium (Aromatic Aster)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides fall color and nectar in meadows or naturalized borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEutrochium fistulosum (Joe Pye Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds height and pollinator support in moist to wet areas alongside Carex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers texture and aroma with lavender blooms that attract bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias incarnata (Swamp Milkweed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Complements Carex in rain gardens while supporting Monarch butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45947824668833,"sku":"G CAREX CHEROKEENSIS","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/carexcherokee.jpg?v=1586736947","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/carex-cherokeensis","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}