{"product_id":"hosta-minuteman","title":"Hosta 'Minuteman' – 'Minuteman' Plantain Lily","description":"\u003csection id=\"introduction\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e'Minuteman' Plantain Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e is an essential variety for those seeking a powerful visual contrast in shaded gardens. A sport of the famous 'Francee', it is distinguished by \u003cstrong\u003edeep forest green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, almost black, surrounded by a \u003cstrong\u003ebroad, pure white margin\u003c\/strong\u003e. More vigorous and featuring thicker leaves than its predecessors, it maintains its fresh appearance and crisp colours throughout the season, bringing immediate brightness to dark garden corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Heart-shaped, satiny leaves. The intense dark green centre contrasts radically with the brilliant white margin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering \/ Fruit \/ Stems\u003c\/strong\u003e: Produces pale lavender bell-shaped flowers held on 60 cm scapes in early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers partial shade to full shade. Demonstrates good sun and heat tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Forms a dense and compact mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reaches approximately 45-55 cm (18-22 inches) in height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in fertile, moist, and well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Exceptionally hardy (Zone 3).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistances\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent slug resistance thanks to the thick substance of its foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"utilisation\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, or as a structural plant in containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative advantages\u003c\/strong\u003e: Its pure white stays bright even late in the summer, creating a very tidy and luminous effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"entretien\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain consistent moisture for optimal foliage performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: An application of compost or balanced fertilizer in the spring is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clean up dead leaves in early spring before new growth appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Space plants approximately 75 cm apart for full development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely cold-hardy; requires no specific winter protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Jardineries Botanix","offers":[{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":56827556757807,"sku":null,"price":11.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/4050\/6415\/files\/HostaMinuteman-1.jpg?v=1776365225","url":"https:\/\/botanix.com\/en\/products\/hosta-minuteman-plantain-lily","provider":"Jardineries Botanix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}