{"product_id":"hosta-northern-exposure","title":"Hosta 'Northern Exposure'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Northern Exposure'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold shade perennial valued for its large blue green leaves with wide creamy yellow margins that brighten as the season progresses. Its broad foliage creates strong contrast and structure in shaded plantings while adding a refined and eye catching presence to the garden.\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 shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich moist well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hosta is a cultivated hybrid derived from Asian species and is not native to North America but is widely used for ornamental shade plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts hummingbirds which visit the pale lavender flowers for nectar during midsummer bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws in bees which forage among the tubular flowers for nectar.\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 30 - 36 in apart to allow its large leaves to fully develop and create a dense clump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and foundation plantings where its bold foliage provides contrast against finer textured plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds silvery foliage that brightens shade and contrasts with the blue green leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeuchera 'Caramel' (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides warm toned foliage that complements the variegation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe chinensis 'Visions' (Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings soft flower plumes and texture contrast in similar growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDryopteris erythrosora (Autumn Fern)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces arching fronds with seasonal color that pairs well in woodland settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (Japanese Forest Grass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers flowing golden foliage that enhances movement and contrast in shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45948264775841,"sku":"HOSTA NORTHERN EXPOSURE","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hostanorex.jpg?v=1585312356","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hosta-northern-exposure","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}