{"product_id":"ja-hosta-robert-frost","title":"Hosta 'Robert Frost' Rhizomes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Robert Frost' is a decorative clump-forming perennial grown for its striking variegated foliage and elegant summer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large grey-green to blue-green leaves are edged with creamy yellow margins, creating strong contrast in shaded garden borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–50cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80cm\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 'Robert Frost'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Robert Frost' forms a dense mound of large textured leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe foliage displays cool blue-green tones with broad creamy edges that brighten shaded areas of the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring summer, tall stems rise above the foliage carrying clusters of white flowers. These blooms provide height and contrast above the leafy mound.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety works well as a foliage feature plant in shade planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlantain lily 'Robert Frost'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e flowers can attract visiting insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers provide nectar for bees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports pollinators during summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds biodiversity to shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant alongside other shade perennials to create a wildlife-friendly border.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Hosta 'Robert Frost'\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\u003eShaded patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed shade planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe contrasting foliage stands out particularly well among ferns and other shade plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes in spring or autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a shaded or partially shaded position.\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\u003eApply mulch annually to maintain moisture and improve soil quality.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Robert Frost'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStriking blue-green foliage with creamy margins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElegant white summer flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent plant for shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong foliage contrast in borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable clump-forming perennial\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a decorative foliage plant for shaded areas, \u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Robert Frost' offers striking leaves and graceful summer flowers for woodland-style planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516507431299,"sku":"JA-H6665","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516507464067,"sku":"JA-H6665x10","price":38.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Hosta-Robert-Frost.jpg?v=1773069461","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-hosta-robert-frost","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}