{"product_id":"el-nio-desert-orchid","title":"El Niño® Desert Orchid (Chitalpa)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet El Niño® Desert Orchid—a bold newcomer born from an unlikely botanical romance between desert willow and catalpa. The result? A totally original, totally mesmerizing plant that brings orchid-level glamour with none of the maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEach spring, it bursts into dreamy clusters of orchid-like blooms, scented with a sweet, earthy perfume that turns heads (and noses). And just when you think the show’s over, it surprises you with encore blooms throughout summer. Its foliage is just as compelling—narrow yet lush, a perfect harmony of its parents’ contrasting styles. And it stays sharp and spotless, even in steamy, sun-baked conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBut here’s the kicker: unlike its orchid namesake, El Niño is tough. We’re talking poor soil? No problem. Blazing heat? Bring it on. Deer? They’ll pass. All it asks for is a sunny spot and a little patience as it is slow to wake up in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e10-15 feet tall and 8-10 feet wide at maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHardy in zones 6-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in part to full sun (4+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants 8-10 feet apart for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eProduces fragrant, orchid-like purple flowers in spring and then periodically throughout summer\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains green foliage from spring to frost\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for borders, hedges, landscapes, mass planting or as a focal point\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBlooms on new and old wood\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eResists deer\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHeat tolerant, long blooming\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare: \u003c\/strong\u003ePruning each spring is recommended, as it ensures the flowers form all over the plant instead of just at the distant tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy free shipping on orders over $125\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSize at shipping varies by the season and plant\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eQuart shrubs are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eShrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n","brand":"Proven Winners® ColorChoice®","offers":[{"title":"Quart \/ Ships Now","offer_id":48045455671544,"sku":"CHIPRC0017800","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/6600\/2168\/files\/CHIPRC001-CloseUp-1.jpg?v=1772659494","url":"https:\/\/www.provenwinnersendlessaisle.com\/products\/el-nio-desert-orchid","provider":"Proven Winners Endless Aisle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}