{"product_id":"carex-leavenworthii","title":"Carex leavenworthii (Leavenworth's sedge)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCarex leavenworthii\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Leavenworth's sedge or lawn sedge, is a petite, fine-textured perennial sedge native to the central and southeastern United States and parts of Canada.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eForming tight, fountain-like emerald clumps, it functions as a highly adaptable, drought-tolerant lawn alternative or matrix plant for shady, low-input landscapes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eIt is a densely tufted, clumping cool-season grass-like perennial that grows 6 to 12 inches tall and wide. It spreads primarily via seed rather than running aggressively by rhizomes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eIt has exceptionally narrow, arching deep green leaves (about 1\/8 inch wide) that offer a soft, grass-like appearance. It maintains a neat form and acts as a semi-evergreen to evergreen groundcover depending on regional winter severity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eIn spring (typically April to May), slender wiry stems lift tight, inconspicuous greenish flower spikes just above the foliage. These mature into subtle, brown conical seed clusters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThis sedge is highly versatile; thrives in full sun, part shade, to full shade. In hot climates, part sun or bright dry shade is preferred to avoid burning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e Adapts to a wide range of soil types, including sandy, rocky, or clay soils, provided they are well-drained. While it tolerates moist conditions, it is notably drought-tolerant once established, making it a stellar candidate for dry shade.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eMaintenance: Extremely low maintenance. It can be mowed high (3 to 8 inches) a few times a year to maintain a turf-like look or remove old flower heads, though it requires no routine pampering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eBecause it reads like fine turf but demands minimal watering, mowing, or fertilizer, it is ideal for woodland lawns and low-mow meadows.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eIt provides critical seeds for songbirds and gamebirds, serves pollinators, and is naturally deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eIt is frequently utilized in sustainable design to replace aggressive, non-native groundcovers like Liriope muscari.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHost plant for various species of Satyrs and Wood-Nymphs, Skippers and various moth species.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wild Roots Native Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-inch","offer_id":49243968602367,"sku":"CARLEA-2IN","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trade Gallon","offer_id":49243968635135,"sku":"CARLEA-TG","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/1432\/4479\/files\/Carexleavenworthii2.jpg?v=1789825943","url":"https:\/\/wildrootsnativenursery.com\/products\/carex-leavenworthii","provider":"Wild Roots Native Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}