{"product_id":"thalictrum-cotton-candy","title":"Thalictrum 'Cotton Candy'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThalictrum 'Cotton Candy'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking meadow rue selection with airy clouds of soft pink flowers that float above tall delicate stems in early to midsummer. Its fine textured foliage and open habit create a light see through effect that adds height and movement without feeling heavy in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 - 60 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist rich well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid thalictrum is derived from species native to Asia and is not native to North America but is valued in ornamental gardens for its height, airy texture, and soft floral display.\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 small nectar feeding butterflies such as skippers and Painted Ladies which visit the airy blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws native bees and bumblebees which forage among the delicate flowers for 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 18 - 24 in apart to allow stems to develop fully and maintain an open airy structure.\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 the back of borders, woodland edges, and naturalistic plantings where its height and soft texture can rise above lower companions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeronicastrum virginicum 'Fascination' (Culver's Root)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds upright spires that complement the plant’s airy cloud like flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilipendula rubra 'Venusta' (Queen of the Prairie)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides bold height and similarly soft pink blooms in moist garden settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe 'Visions' (False Spirea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers dense plume flowers that contrast with the fine open texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Empress Wu' (Plantain Lily)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings large dramatic foliage that anchors the airy stems visually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHakonechloa macra (Japanese Forest Grass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces flowing grassy texture that enhances movement in shaded plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45948260548769,"sku":"THALICTRUM COTTON CANDY","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/files\/Thalictrum_CottonCandy.jpg?v=1777390226","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/thalictrum-cotton-candy","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}