{"product_id":"iris-siberica-caesars-brother","title":"Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dramatic Siberian iris prized for its velvety violet blue flowers and slender upright foliage. Extremely cold hardy and reliable, it adds bold vertical interest to moist borders, cottage gardens, and waterside plantings.\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: Late spring to early summer\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, well drained soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; thrives with consistent moisture, especially during active growth\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 variety is bred from Siberian iris species native to Europe and Asia and is widely cultivated in American gardens for its hardiness and striking color.\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 Spring Azures that visit the open blooms for nectar in early summer.\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 sweat bees are frequent visitors, drawn to the flower’s pollen laden anthers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages predatory insects such as hoverflies that contribute to garden pest control and pollination support.\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\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart to allow clumps to mature without crowding and to promote airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for water garden edges, mixed perennial beds, and naturalized plantings where vibrant vertical 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\u003eAstilbe arendsii (Garden Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers a feathery contrast and thrives in similarly moist, shaded locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRodgersia aesculifolia (Rodgersia)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Bold, textured foliage and pink flower sprays complement the upright iris form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLigularia 'The Rocket'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dramatic yellow flower spikes and bold leaves pair well with violet blooms and damp conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Blue Angel'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Large blue toned leaves echo the iris color and provide a cooling backdrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex muskingumensis (Palm Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds graceful texture and movement along water margins or in rain gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948301967521,"sku":"IRIS SIBERICA CAESARS BROTHER","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/iriceasbr.jpg?v=1585923464","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/iris-siberica-caesars-brother","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}