{"product_id":"astilbe-younique-lilac","title":"Astilbe 'Younique Lilac","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe 'Younique Lilac'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and floriferous perennial that adds a soft, airy charm to shaded gardens with its plume like lilac flowers. This cultivar is bred for a strong bloom set, dense growth, and improved drought tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 - 1.5 ft x 1 - 1.5 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"632\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early to midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"688\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Partial shade to full shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"757\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moist, well drained, rich in organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"832\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; more drought tolerant than many Astilbes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"902\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; foliage is typically avoided by deer\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=\"933\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eCultivated hybrid developed from Asian \u003cem data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eAstilbe chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e species, known for their improved drought tolerance and suitability for shaded ornamental gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eAttracts small native bees and bumblebees that forage in shaded environments during early to midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eProvides nectar to butterflies, especially small species and woodland skippers that frequent shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eOther Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eCreates microhabitats for ground beetles, predatory insects, and beneficial larvae under its dense foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eSpace plants 12 - 18 in apart to allow for healthy airflow and natural spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003eExcellent for front of border placements in shade gardens, under trees, along woodland paths, or in containers where bright pastel color is needed. Works well in groupings or as a subtle contrast plant among deeper toned foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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=\"2415\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003eHeuchera villosa (Hairy Alumroot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Broad foliage provides contrast and seasonal color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Pairs well in texture and bloom timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eCarex grayi (Gray’s Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers upright grass like form and adds movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003eBrunnera macrophylla (Heartleaf Brunnera)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Silvery foliage brightens nearby shaded spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2827\"\u003ePulmonaria saccharata (Spotted Lungwort)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds spring interest and blends well in texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45885758210209,"sku":"ASTILBE YOUNIQUE LILAC","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/astyoulila.jpg?v=1585260444","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/astilbe-younique-lilac","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}