{"product_id":"ja-hosta-twilight","title":"Hosta 'Twilight' Rhizomes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Twilight' is a striking clump-forming perennial grown for its bold variegated foliage and elegant summer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large glossy leaves are deep green with wide golden margins that gradually soften to creamy tones as the season progresses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 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 pale purple\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 'Twilight'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Twilight' forms a dense mound of large heart-shaped leaves with a glossy surface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bold colour contrast between the dark green centres and golden edges makes the foliage particularly decorative throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring summer, tall upright stems rise above the foliage carrying loose clusters of funnel-shaped flowers in pale purple tones.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese flowers add height and interest while maintaining the plant’s elegant appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlantain lily 'Twilight'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e flowers provide seasonal interest for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers attract bees and other visiting insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides nectar during summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds diversity to wildlife-friendly shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombine with other shade plants to support insects in sheltered garden areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Hosta 'Twilight'\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 bold foliage provides contrast with finer-textured plants such as ferns.\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 or 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\u003eMulch annually to retain soil moisture and improve soil structure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Twilight'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge variegated foliage with golden margins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElegant pale purple summer flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent plant for shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong foliage texture 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 'Twilight' offers bold leaves and soft summer flowers for woodland-style planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516507562371,"sku":"JA-H6900","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516507595139,"sku":"JA-H6900x10","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/HostaTwilight.jpg?v=1773228884","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-hosta-twilight","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}