{"product_id":"hosta-sum-and-substance","title":"Hosta 'Sum and Substance'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Sum and Substance'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large leafed variety known for its chartreuse to gold foliage and impressive size. Its thick corrugated leaves offer strong presence in shade gardens and are more resistant to pests than thinner leafed hostas.\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 - 72 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; tolerates some sun with sufficient moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rich, well drained soil with ample organic content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; consistent moisture encourages lush growth\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 is a hybrid selection from Asian hosta species, valued for its ornamental foliage and garden performance.\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\u003eFragrant lavender flowers attract native bees and honeybees for pollen and nectar in midsummer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally visit the tall flower scapes, especially in quiet shaded areas of the garden.\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 the full mature spread and showcase its dramatic foliage.\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 as a specimen in shade gardens, along woodland borders, or in mass plantings for bold texture and foliage contrast.\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\u003eAstilboides tabularis (Shield Leaf)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Massive leaves complement the scale of 'Sum and Substance' in moist shaded areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Solomon's Seal)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds elegant arching form and white variegation beneath the hosta canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRodgersia pinnata (Rodgersia)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Bold, textured leaves and pink flower plumes create a dramatic pairing in large shade beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLigularia dentata 'Britt-Marie Crawford' (Leopard Plant)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Deep bronze foliage and orange blooms offer striking contrast in moist soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ground hugging foliage and airy spring blooms provide soft edging around larger 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":45948267757729,"sku":"HOSTA SUM N SUBSTANCE","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hossusub.jpg?v=1585314318","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hosta-sum-and-substance","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}