{"product_id":"hosta-plantain-lily-cool-as-a-cucumber","title":"Hosta Plantain Lily Cool As A Cucumber","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"226\"\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Cool as a Cucumber’\u003cbr data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plantain Lily, Funkia\u003cbr data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"310\"\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003cbr data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"421\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eFoliage Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~28 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eFlower Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to ~48 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"544\"\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–36+ inches (depending on space)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average, consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"712\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eSoil Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to fertile, well-drained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender to white\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated white and green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, arching mound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hummingbirds \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eCool as a Cucumber Hosta forms a dramatic, arching mound of striking variegated foliage that really stands out in shaded areas of the garden. Long, tapered leaves display bright green margins with clean white centers, creating a crisp, fresh look reminiscent of a cool summer salad. In early to mid-summer, tall scapes rise above the foliage carrying light lavender to white blooms that attract hummingbirds and add vertical interest to borders and mixed plantings. With its large size, vigorous habit, and eye-catching color contrast, this hosta is ideal as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003especimen plant, focal point\u003c\/strong\u003e, or in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003emass plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e where shade and texture are needed. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eSpecimen or focal planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eBorder or edging plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eMass plantings in shade beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eWoodland or cottage gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eLarge container groupings \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003eCool as a Cucumber prefers rich, well-drained soil kept evenly moist. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its foliage color remains vibrant without sun scorch. This hosta tolerates a range of soil types and handles urban conditions well, but avoid dry soil. Cleanup of old foliage in early spring before new growth appears helps maintain plant health. Regular watering and organic mulch enhance moisture retention.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alsip's Kingsbury Acres Grower Outlet","offers":[{"title":"8\"","offer_id":44897770307784,"sku":"2400607","price":12.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/5481\/8760\/files\/L607-12.jpg?v=1769207983","url":"https:\/\/akagroweroutlet.com\/products\/hosta-plantain-lily-cool-as-a-cucumber","provider":"Alsip's Kingsbury Acres Grower Outlet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}