{"product_id":"hosta-royal-standard","title":"Hosta 'Royal Standard'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Royal Standard'\u003c\/strong\u003e was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ethe first hosta to receive a plant patent in 1965! \u003c\/span\u003eThis classic is valued for its lush green foliage and highly fragrant white flowers. It thrives in a wide range of conditions and adds elegant structure and color to shady garden areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 - 30 in x 36 - 48 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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 soil enriched with organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; thrives with regular watering during dry spells\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 originates from species native to Japan and Korea and is widely cultivated in gardens for its fragrance and foliage.\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\u003eVisit the trumpet shaped white flowers for nectar, especially during peak bloom in late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracted to the long tubular flowers, which provide a nectar source in shady garden areas.\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 36 - 48 in apart to allow room for full mature spread and maintain good airflow.\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 choice for large shady borders, under trees, or as a mass planting in woodland gardens.\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 chinensis 'Pumila' (Dwarf Chinese Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds late summer plumes and thrives in similar moisture and light conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Solomon's Seal)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers graceful arching stems and variegated foliage that contrast hosta leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeuchera 'Caramel' (Coral Bells)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Contributes warm foliage tones and fine texture beneath hosta canopies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Features shimmering silver leaves that pair beautifully with the rich green of 'Royal Standard'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella 'Sugar and Spice' (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds spring flowers and attractive foliage in partial shade areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45948267462817,"sku":"HOSTA ROYAL STANDARD","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hostaroysta.jpg?v=1585313924","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hosta-royal-standard","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}