{"product_id":"iris-ensata-variegata","title":"Iris ensata 'Variegata'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIris ensata 'Variegata'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Japanese iris distinguished by its green leaves streaked with creamy white variegation and rich violet blue blooms. Its foliage offers season long interest, even when not in flower, making it a dynamic accent in garden areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 - 36 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early to midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to part sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moist, acidic, fertile soil; tolerates clay and thrives in boggy areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: High; prefers consistent moisture and benefits from wetland or water garden placement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"native-status\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot native to North America. This selection is derived from species native to Japan and has become a staple in ornamental wetland and pondside designs around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWildlife \u0026amp; Insects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"wildlife-insects\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Painted Ladies and Red Admirals with its vivid flowers and generous nectar supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisited by native bumblebees and small carpenter bees for pollen and nectar, particularly in warm sunny conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides floral resources for syrphid flies and other predatory insects that aid in garden pest control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"spacing-landscape\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow 18 - 24 in between plants to enable clump expansion and visual separation of their dramatic foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for highlighting edges of ponds, rain gardens, and boggy borders where their foliage can shine throughout the season and flowers create a dramatic focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"companion-plants\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLigularia dentata (Leopard Plant)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Large bold leaves and golden orange blooms pair well with the variegated foliage of this iris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe chinensis (Chinese Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds soft, feathery texture and tolerates the same moist, shaded or partly sunny conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimula japonica (Japanese Primrose)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers early color in damp soils and complements the iris with its layered flowering tiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Patriot'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Contrasts beautifully with the iris foliage and thrives in similar light and soil conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIris ensata 'Lion King'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dramatic, ruffled blooms extend the flowering palette while sharing the same growing needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948296102049,"sku":"IRIS ENSATA VARIEGATA","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/irienvarw1.jpg?v=1585921993","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/iris-ensata-variegata","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}