{"product_id":"ct-hosta-francee-herbaceous","title":"Hosta 'Francee'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/b\u003e Hosta 'Francee'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e This classic herbaceous perennial features attractive heart-shaped leaves in dark green with crisp white margins, creating elegant foliage interest from spring through autumn. In summer, tall stems of lavender flowers rise above the mounded foliage, adding vertical interest. 'Francee' is perfect for shade borders, woodland gardens, and containers where its striking variegated foliage provides season-long interest. The bold leaves create excellent ground cover whilst suppressing weeds, and the foliage combines beautifully with ferns and other shade-loving plants. This reliable hosta brings architectural presence and elegant variegation with minimal maintenance, thriving in moist, shaded conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e striking variegated foliage, excellent ground cover, shade tolerant, suitable for containers, low maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife attraction:\u003c\/b\u003e bees visit flowers; provides shelter for amphibians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight \u0026amp; spread (approx.) at maturity:\u003c\/b\u003e 60cm x 90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/b\u003e adaptable; performs well in neutral to slightly acid conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/b\u003e moist soil preferred; dislikes drought\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e fully hardy to -20°C\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coletta \u0026 Tyson","offers":[{"title":"1 litre x 3","offer_id":57007685861754,"sku":"COL-1LTR-HOSX3","price":28.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 litre x 6","offer_id":57007685894522,"sku":"COL-1LTR-HOSX6","price":46.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0320\/6758\/4138\/files\/download_5537a565-9bef-4286-9f9f-87e3a7194fd0.png?v=1764070565","url":"https:\/\/www.landscaping.co.uk\/products\/ct-hosta-francee-herbaceous","provider":"Cedar Nursery - Plants and Outdoor Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}