{"product_id":"aristolochia-tomentosa","title":"Aristolochia tomentosa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAristolochia tomentosa\u003c\/strong\u003e, also referred to as 'Dutchman's pipe',  is a vigorous native vine with large heart shaped leaves and unusual pipe shaped greenish brown flowers that provide a distinctive woodland character. Its dense foliage creates a lush backdrop for shaded landscapes while serving as an important host plant for swallowtail butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 - 30 ft x 15 - 20 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist rich well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates established conditions\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 central United States and is an important component of native woodland ecosystems where it supports specialized butterfly 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\u003eEssential host plant for Pipevine Swallowtail caterpillars which rely on the foliage as their primary food source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides dense cover and nesting habitat for small birds when grown along woodland edges, fences, and naturalized areas.\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 - 10 ft apart when used as a climbing vine to allow room for its vigorous growth and mature spread.\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 fences, arbors, trellises, and woodland gardens where its large foliage creates a dramatic green backdrop while supporting native butterfly populations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea arborescens (Smooth Hydrangea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides rounded white blooms and a native woodland pairing beneath the vine’s climbing foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds summer flowers and strong pollinator value while complementing native garden settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Supports additional butterfly activity with vibrant orange blooms in sunny companion areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a low growing ground layer that complements the vine’s taller structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmsonia tabernaemontana (Blue Star)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds fine textured foliage and soft blue flowers that contrast with the large leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46790660423841,"sku":"ARISTOLOCHIA TOMENTOSA","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/aristolochia-tomentosa","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}