{"product_id":"carex-pensylvanica-straw-hat-selection","title":"Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined native sedge selected for its bright golden foliage that forms a soft flowing mound in shaded landscapes. Its fine textured leaves bring season long color and movement to woodland gardens while requiring very little maintenance once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 - 18 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 Part shade to shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to dry well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established\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\u003eCarex pensylvanica is native to much of eastern North America where it naturally occurs in open woodlands and dry shaded areas. 'Straw Hat' is a selected form valued for its brighter foliage color while retaining the durability and adaptability of the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides cover and nesting material for small birds while contributing protective habitat in woodland and naturalized plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers shelter for beneficial wildlife and helps support healthy woodland ecosystems throughout the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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 to create a flowing groundcover effect that gradually fills shaded areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for woodland gardens, shaded borders, naturalized areas, and beneath trees where its golden foliage brightens darker spaces and contrasts beautifully with broad leaf perennials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Solomon's Seal)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds graceful arching stems and bright variegated foliage that complements the golden sedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides silvery foliage that creates striking contrast in shaded plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAthyrium niponicum 'Pictum' (Japanese Painted Fern)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Contributes elegant fern texture and metallic foliage tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Forms a flowering ground layer that blends naturally with the fine textured foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeuchera 'Caramel' (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers warm foliage color that harmonizes with the golden tones of 'Straw Hat'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":46532250796193,"sku":"G CAREX PENSYLVANICA STRAW HAT","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/ImageComingSoon.jpg?v=1589304044","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/carex-pensylvanica-straw-hat-selection","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}