{"product_id":"veronicastrum-virginicum-queen-of-diamonds","title":"Veronicastrum virginicum 'Queen of Diamonds'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVeronicastrum virginicum 'Queen of Diamonds'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking native perennial with tall upright flower spikes covered in soft pink blooms above whorled green foliage. Its strong architectural form adds height and structure to the garden while providing a long lasting display that supports pollinators throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 - 60 in x 24 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late 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 well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but adapts once established\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 cultivar is a selected form of \u003cem\u003eVeronicastrum virginicum\u003c\/em\u003e, a species native to eastern and central North America. It retains the ecological value of the native species while offering improved flower color and garden performance.\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 Swallowtails, Monarchs, and other nectar seeking butterflies which visit the tall flower spikes throughout the summer bloom period.\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 gather nectar and pollen from the many small flowers along each spike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides late season seed resources for songbirds while its upright structure offers additional garden habitat.\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 24 - 36 in apart to accommodate its tall upright growth habit and allow the flower spikes to display fully.\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 native plantings, rain gardens, meadow style borders, and back of border placements where its height creates vertical interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds bold summer flowers and complements the vertical form with a contrasting bloom shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides silvery foliage and strong pollinator value while filling the space around taller stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' (Switchgrass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds fine texture and seasonal color that pairs well with the upright flower spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings bright golden blooms that create contrast during the same summer season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces vivid orange flowers and additional support for butterflies in sunny native plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":46790913425569,"sku":"VERONICASTRUM VIRGINICUM QUEEN OF DIAMONDS","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/veronicastrum-virginicum-queen-of-diamonds","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}