{"product_id":"astilbe-hennie","title":"Astilbe 'Hennie Graafland'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe ‘Hennie Graafland’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking cultivar known for its elegant, soft pink flowers that rise above dark green finely textured foliage. This early blooming Astilbe creates a wonderful display of color in shaded garden spots, especially when planted near water or in consistently moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"671\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5 - 2 ft x 1 - 1.5 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"733\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late spring to early summer (May to June)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"815\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Partial shade to full shade; handles some morning sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"889\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moist, well drained soil, rich in organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"945\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: High; needs consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1047\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; usually avoided by deer but may be browsed in times of food scarcity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNATIVE STATUS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eNot native to North America. It is a hybrid cultivar of Asian species, developed for ornamental purposes. While not native, it still offers significant value in garden design by attracting pollinators and thriving in shaded, moisture rich environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eAttracts honeybees, bumblebees, and native bees, offering nectar during its bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eVisited by skippers and other small butterflies that seek shade and nectar in late spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eOther Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eThe dense foliage provides shelter for various beneficial insects, especially in shaded or woodland settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSPACING \u0026amp; LANDSCAPE USE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpace 12 - 18 in apart for clumping effect or in mass plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerfect for shaded woodland gardens, under trees, or near water features. Works well as a border plant, in containers, or as a filler between larger perennials. Its light pink flowers contrast nicely against darker foliage, providing visual interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCOMPANION PLANTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003eHeuchera sanguinea (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vibrant foliage and texture in the same shaded conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eHelleborus orientalis (Lenten Rose)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides early spring blooms that pair well with ‘Hennie Graafland’s late spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3256\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3143\"\u003eBrunnera macrophylla (Heartleaf Brunnera)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Its silver leaves complement the soft pink blooms of Astilbe and thrive in similar moist, shaded conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3379\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3302\"\u003eDicentra spectabilis (Bleeding Heart)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers early spring blooms and provides a graceful transition to summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3420\"\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds a delicate, low growing groundcover with interesting foliage patterns for a woodland theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45885742776481,"sku":"ASTILBE HENNIE GRAAFLAND","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/henn.jpg?v=1611171658","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/astilbe-hennie","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}