{"product_id":"iris-germanica-maid-of-orange","title":"Iris germanica 'Maid of Orange'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIris germanica 'Maid of Orange'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking bearded iris with rich orange petals and softly ruffled blooms that appear in mid to late spring. Its upright sword like foliage and bold coloration create a strong focal point in sunny borders while adding classic garden structure and seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 - 36 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 Average well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer and rabbit resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bearded iris is a cultivated hybrid developed from European and Mediterranean species and is not native to North America. It is widely grown for its ornamental value and adaptability in garden settings.\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\u003eAttracts butterflies such as Swallowtails and Painted Ladies which visit the blooms for nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws in native bees and bumblebees which move through the flowers while foraging for nectar.\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 18 - 24 in apart to allow rhizomes to spread and maintain good air circulation.\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 sunny borders, cottage gardens, and mass plantings where its bold color and upright form can stand out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical contrast and deep violet tones that complement the orange blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides a soft mound of cool toned flowers that balance the strong color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' (Threadleaf Coreopsis)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers bright yellow blooms and fine texture that pairs well in sunny plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllium 'Millenium' (Ornamental Onion)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings rounded summer blooms that follow iris season and maintain interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces airy texture and silvery foliage for contrast later in the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948300034209,"sku":"6","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/gqwewe.jpg?v=1611347530","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/iris-germanica-maid-of-orange","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}