{"product_id":"iris-germanica-sultans-palace","title":"Iris germanica 'Sultan's Palace'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIris germanica 'Sultan's Palace'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a regal bearded iris with deep velvety maroon falls and slightly lighter standards. Its rich jewel toned flowers complemented by golden beards lend dramatic color and elegance to gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 32 - 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: Well drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low to moderate; requires good drainage and occasional watering in dry periods\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 is a hybrid of Eurasian iris species selected for ornamental breeding, especially prized in perennial borders and collector gardens.\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\u003eDraws attention from butterflies like Red Admirals and Painted Ladies that seek early nectar sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts native bumblebees and carpenter bees which navigate the ruffled petals for pollen and nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppeals to early season hoverflies and tiny pollinating beetles, supporting garden diversity.\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 allow for air circulation and prevent rhizome crowding as clumps mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in mixed borders, foundation beds, or as vertical highlights where bold flower color is desired.\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\u003ePenstemon digitalis (Husker Red)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Deep foliage tones and spiky white blooms contrast and bloom slightly later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtemisia (Powis Castle)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Silvery foliage provides bright contrast and drought tolerance alongside the iris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Magnus)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Coneflowers continue the bold theme with magenta blooms and upright form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa (Caradonna) \u003c\/strong\u003e- Tall violet flower spikes and dark stems provide a striking foil to deep red iris tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavandula x intermedia (Grosso)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Aromatic purple blooms and gray green leaves extend garden interest into summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948300624033,"sku":"IRIS GERMANICA SULTANS PALACE","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/sultans.jpg?v=1611348228","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/iris-germanica-sultans-palace","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}