{"product_id":"hosta-francee","title":"Hosta 'Francee'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Francee'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic hosta featuring deep green leaves edged in crisp white margins. It offers clean reliable foliage and a graceful clumping form, making it a favorite in shade gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 - 24 in x 30 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Midsummer\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, fertile soil enriched with organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; benefits from regular moisture, especially in dry periods\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 hosta cultivar is derived from Asian species and bred for ornamental use in temperate landscapes.\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 pale lavender summer blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisited occasionally by Ruby Throated Hummingbirds when seeking nectar.\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 30 - 36 in apart to allow for mature spread and natural foliage layering.\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 foundation plantings, shaded borders, or massed in woodland gardens for a lush, formal appearance.\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\u003eAstilbe arendsii (Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides plume like flowers and ferny foliage that complement the hosta’s bold texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeuchera 'Frosted Violet' (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds dusky purple tones and fine foliage contrast beneath taller hostas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Silvery heart shaped leaves echo the variegated margins of 'Francee'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella 'Sugar and Spice' (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers compact, flowering ground cover with detailed foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex oshimensis 'Everest' (Japanese Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Elegant grassy form and white edged blades mirror the hosta’s crisp variegation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45947792031905,"sku":"HOSTA FRANCEE","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hostafrance.jpg?v=1585264924","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hosta-francee","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}