{"product_id":"allium-rising-star","title":"Allium 'Rising Star'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllium 'Rising Star'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact ornamental onion with fine gray green grassy foliage and soft lavender pink flower clusters that rise just above the leaves in late spring to early summer. Its tidy habit and gentle color make it a versatile choice for borders, herb gardens, and containers while also providing dependable nectar for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 - 12 in x 10 - 12 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to 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 and rabbit resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis selection is a cultivated form of Allium schoenoprasum, a species native to parts of the Northern Hemisphere. 'Rising Star' itself is not a straight native form, but it retains many of the ecological benefits of the species.\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\u003eAttracts Painted Ladies, skippers, and sulphur butterflies that visit the clustered blooms for nectar during its late spring display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to native bees, bumblebees, and honeybees, which gather nectar and pollen from the many small florets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan draw in small nectar feeding moths in the evening, especially when planted among other pollinator friendly perennials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports hoverflies and other beneficial insects that contribute to natural pest control in the surrounding garden.\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 6 - 8 in apart for edging or 10 - 12 in apart to allow each clump to develop fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in front borders, rock gardens, herb plantings, and containers where its compact form and soft blooms can be appreciated up close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides vertical structure and contrast behind the low rounded form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea 'PowWow Wild Berry' (Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends seasonal interest with larger summer blooms and strong pollinator support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walkers Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds a soft flowing texture and complementary cool toned color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces upright native grass texture and warm seasonal color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings vertical flower spikes that contrast nicely with the rounded blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45901817479329,"sku":"ALLIUM RISING STAR","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/rfrdddsdsdfg.jpg?v=1674675723","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/allium-rising-star","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}