{"product_id":"ja-hosta-olive-bailey-langdon","title":"Hosta 'Olive Bailey Langdon' Rhizomes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Olive Bailey Langdon' is a large and impressive hosta grown for its bold foliage and elegant white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe plant forms broad clumps of deeply textured blue-green leaves edged with wide golden margins, making it a striking feature in shaded garden borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 100cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120–150cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e white\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Olive Bailey Langdon'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Olive Bailey Langdon' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial known for its large, deeply corrugated foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe leaves are blue to sea-green in colour with wide golden margins that create strong contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe textured surface and slightly wavy edges give the foliage a sculptural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety grows slowly but eventually forms a large impressive clump when planted in suitable shade conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn summer, tall stems rise above the foliage carrying bell-shaped white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExposure to stronger sunlight can influence the leaf colouring and variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlantain lily 'Olive Bailey Langdon'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e flowers provide seasonal value for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers attract bees and visiting insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides nectar during summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds biodiversity to shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant with other shade perennials to create a wildlife-friendly border.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Hosta 'Olive Bailey Langdon'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnder trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed shade planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis large variety works well as a focal plant within shade planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes in spring or autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a partially shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove soil with compost or leaf mould.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant with the crown just at soil level.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater regularly while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulch annually to retain soil moisture and support strong growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Olive Bailey Langdon'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge textured blue-green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGolden variegated margins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElegant white summer flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent plant for shade borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImpressive specimen hosta\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a bold foliage plant for shaded gardens, \u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Olive Bailey Langdon' provides striking leaves and elegant summer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516507267459,"sku":"JA-H6545","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516507300227,"sku":"JA-H6545x10","price":38.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Hosta-Olive-Bailey-Langdon.jpg?v=1773240993","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-hosta-olive-bailey-langdon","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}