{"product_id":"hosta-captain-kirk","title":"Hosta 'Captain Kirk'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Captain Kirk'\u003c\/strong\u003e has large bright yellow leaves that mature to a golden hue with a rich texture. It is a standout specimen for gardens, offering strong color contrast and substantial foliage presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 - 28 in x 48 - 60 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: Part shade to full shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moist, well drained, organically rich soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; regular watering promotes lush foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low to moderate\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 cultivar originates from hosta species native to East Asia and is widely cultivated for ornamental use in shade gardens.\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\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bumblebees and honeybees to its flowers that appear in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally visited by Ruby Throated Hummingbirds during nectar foraging.\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 48 - 60 in apart to accommodate its wide spreading leaves and vigorous growth habit.\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 used as a focal point in shaded beds, mixed shade borders, or mass plantings to highlight its bright foliage.\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\u003eHeuchera 'Caramel' (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - The warm amber tones complement the golden leaves of 'Captain Kirk'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Silver patterned leaves add a striking foil to bold hosta foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerns (Various species)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provide contrasting texture and thrive in similar shade conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds delicate spring flowers and foliage for layered interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe chinensis (Chinese Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Tall feathery plumes bring vertical contrast to the shade garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45948238921889,"sku":"HOSTA CAPTAIN KIRK","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hostcaptainkir.jpg?v=1585262660","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hosta-captain-kirk","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}