{"product_id":"itea-henrys-garnet","title":"Itea 'Henry's Garnet'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItea virginica 'Henry's Garnet'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vigorous native shrub known for its cascading white flower spikes and exceptional fall color. The arching stems hold fragrant flowers in early summer and rich burgundy foliage in autumn. Tolerant of wet soil and shade, it is excellent for naturalizing or massing in woodland borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 - 5 ft x 4 - 6 ft\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 shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, rich, acidic soils; tolerant of wet sites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; appreciates regular moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is derived from Itea virginica, a species native to the southeastern United States. It has been selected for its superior bloom display and vivid fall foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bumblebees, small native bees, and butterflies such as Red Admirals and Spring Azures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides dense cover for nesting and foraging songbirds in wetland and woodland habitats.\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 4 - 6 ft apart to allow full arching spread and seasonal color display.\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 rain gardens, woodland margins, or mass plantings for erosion control. Ideal for naturalized areas and layered native shrub borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClethra alnifolia (Summersweet)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Blooms later in summer and thrives in similar wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCornus amomum (Silky Dogwood)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides height and wildlife value in riparian areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex stricta (Tussock Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fills lower layers with fine green texture in moist soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLobelia cardinalis (Cardinal Flower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers brilliant red blooms that complement Itea’s white spires in native garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAronia melanocarpa (Black Chokeberry)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds edible berries and fall foliage for wildlife rich plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":45922375499937,"sku":"ITEA HENRYS GARNET","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":45922375532705,"sku":"ITEA HENRYS GARNET","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/iteahengarn.jpg?v=1585924377","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/itea-henrys-garnet","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}