{"product_id":"copper-shouldered-oval-sedge-carex-bicknellii","title":"Copper-shouldered Oval Sedge (Carex bicknellii)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCopper-shouldered Oval Sedge is a standout choice for those seeking a resilient and visually striking native sedge for the prairie garden. This perennial species typically reaches heights of 1.5 to 3 feet, forming tidy clumps of narrow, arching green leaves. Its most distinctive feature is the attractive, copper-colored seed heads that emerge in late spring and summer, providing a unique textural element to the landscape. Native to a broad range of central and eastern North America, it is naturally found in both upland and river bottom prairies. This sedge is a powerhouse for local ecosystems, supporting various specialized insects and providing cover for small wildlife. It is remarkably adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade and tolerating a wide range of soil types, from mesic to quite dry. For gardeners, it is an easy-to-grow option that requires little maintenance once established, making it perfect for naturalized areas or low-water landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–3 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to Partial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Wet to Medium-Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jun–Jul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to 25 states, including Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/database.hokseynativeseeds.com\/species\/carex-bicknellii\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee the full growing guide and county range map for Copper-shouldered Oval Sedge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoksey Native Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":50926633746629,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":50926633779397,"sku":null,"price":78.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb","offer_id":50926633812165,"sku":null,"price":153.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":50926633844933,"sku":null,"price":299.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6567\/1365\/files\/carex-bicknellii-6020221-8.jpg?v=1794330157","url":"https:\/\/hokseynativeseeds.com\/products\/copper-shouldered-oval-sedge-carex-bicknellii","provider":"Hoksey Native Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}