{"product_id":"iris-germanica-sultry-mood","title":"Iris germanica 'Sultry Mood'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIris germanica 'Sultry Mood'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking bearded iris featuring rich velvety maroon to deep purple falls paired with softly ruffled standards that create a dramatic two toned effect. Blooming in late spring, it brings bold color and strong vertical form to sunny borders while maintaining a clean upright presence through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 - 36 in x 12 - 18 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 soil; tolerates dry conditions\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 iris species and is not native to North America. It is widely grown for ornamental use due to its large flowers and reliable performance in sunny 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 open 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\u003eSupports native bees and bumblebees which forage within the structured flowers for nectar and pollen.\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 12 - 18 in apart to allow rhizomes room to spread and ensure 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\u003eBest suited for sunny borders, cutting gardens, and mixed perennial beds where its bold color and upright bloom stalks 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\u003ePerovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds airy lavender tones and contrast in texture alongside the bold iris blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides vertical spikes and a complementary deep violet color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers a soft mounding habit that contrasts with the upright iris form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStachys byzantina (Lamb's Ear)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings silvery foliage that highlights the darker flower tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (Threadleaf Coreopsis)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces fine textured foliage and soft yellow blooms for contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948300853409,"sku":"6","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/sullyt.jpg?v=1611348531","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/iris-germanica-sultry-mood","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}