{"product_id":"hosta-minuteman","title":"Hosta 'Minuteman'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Minuteman'\u003c\/strong\u003e features striking white margins and dark green centers giving it a bold yet refined look. Its crisp variegation and thick leaves make it a standout in shade gardens and a reliable performer in containers and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 - 22 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, humus rich soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; regular watering supports lush foliage and strong variegation\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 was bred from Asian species and is valued for its strong variegation and garden durability in shade conditions.\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\u003eVisited by native bumblebees and honeybees that gather nectar from its light lavender flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally attracts Ruby Throated Hummingbirds which investigate the tubular blooms for 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 mature clumps to develop fully and show off their color contrast.\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 brightening shaded borders, mass plantings, or as a focal point in mixed shade containers or under trees.\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 'Obsidian' (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Deep black foliage creates dramatic contrast with the bright variegation of 'Minuteman'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe 'Deutschland' (False Spirea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Elegant white blooms echo the leaf margins and provide textural variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Solomon's Seal)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Arching stems and white edged foliage harmonize well in shady compositions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Broad silver foliage enhances the white tones in 'Minuteman' and performs well in moist shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella 'Spring Symphony' (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Delicate white blooms and deeply lobed foliage create a soft complement beneath taller hostas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45948264677537,"sku":"HOSTA MINUTEMAN","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hosminman.jpg?v=1585312064","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hosta-minuteman","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}