{"product_id":"iris-germanica-apricot-frosty","title":"Iris germanica 'Apricot Frosty'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIris germanica 'Apricot Frosty'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bearded iris celebrated for its soft apricot pink blooms brushed with hints of lavender and ivory. Its ruffled petals and upright habit bring elegant structure and color to spring borders and mixed perennial beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 - 34 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mid to late spring\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: Well drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil; avoid excessive moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low once established; water during prolonged drought or dry spells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: High\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 cultivar originates from European species and has been extensively hybridized for ornamental use in gardens across temperate regions.\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 Eastern Tiger Swallowtails and Painted Ladies that are drawn to its vibrant color and accessible nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative bumblebees and digger bees frequently visit the wide open blooms for pollen, especially in sunny morning hours.\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 an early nectar source for syrphid flies and parasitic wasps that support ecological balance in the garden.\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\u003ePlant 18 - 24 in apart to ensure good air circulation and reduce the risk of fungal diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest placed in sunny borders, formal garden rows, or cottage gardens where their vertical form and unique coloration can be fully appreciated.\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\u003ePeony 'Coral Charm'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Soft coral blooms echo the warm apricot hues and offer a lush, rounded contrast to the upright iris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Deep purple flower spikes provide a cool tone and attract pollinators through early summer.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta 'Walker's Low'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sprawling blue lavender blooms soften the base of iris clumps and attract bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlchemilla mollis (Lady's Mantle)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Chartreuse flowers and frothy texture enhance the ruffled elegance of the iris blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigitalis purpurea (Foxglove)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Towering bell shaped blooms create height layering and extend the bloom sequence in mixed borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948296167585,"sku":"IRIS GERMANICA APRICOT FROSTY","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/afros.jpg?v=1611345879","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/iris-germanica-apricot-frosty","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}