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Rely on Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire (Itea virginica 'Sprich' PP10,988) to really boost the visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis dwarf ornamental shrub features fabulous early summer flowers and leaves that turn vivid oranges and reds in the fall\u003c\/strong\u003e. You'll also love it's easy-care nature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis improved Proven Winners® cultivar stays smaller and more compact than the native species and other varieties. It is also truly adaptive to a variety of growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable, cute Little Henry Sweetspire \u003cstrong\u003egrows beautifully in full sun, partial sun or full shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can grow in both boggy ground, but can also handle periodic drought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet it delight you and your guests with its fireworks profusion of whimsical blooms in early summer. Your local butterflies and hummingbirds will also adore the 6-inch long, sweetly drooping racemes of fragrant flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll summer, the mounded, tidy form of Little Henry will work hard as a pretty edging plant. You'll want to give them a prime spot front and center, so you can enjoy watching the vibrant green foliage put on their \u003cstrong\u003eflaming fall color display\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese native plants deliver as impactful a fall display as Burning Bush! You'll be rewarded with a riotous harvest color mix in the fall to close out your season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, it's generally a trouble-free, ornamental shrub. Little Henry Sweetspire will live 40 years or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlace your order for Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire\u003c\/strong\u003e. Our growers love it, and it's sure to become one of your special favorites, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire in the Landscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis versatile charmer can be used in just about any sun or soil condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Why not take advantage of this rare trait?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this as a long-running low edging hedge through sunny and shade conditions in many parts of your yard. Or, tie your landscape together by repeating its use throughout your garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Henry is great for grouping and for massing on large banks to control erosion. Plant two feet apart on center in staggered, zigzagging rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey'll grow together to create a solid planting. Measure from the center of one to the center of the next, and be sure to keep new mass plantings weeded while they fill in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrighten up a side yard, include in a Butterfly Garden or try them as a \"Thriller\" in containers placed on either side of your front door. They look wonderful running along the path of woodland gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prefers moist soils and will tolerate wet conditions. They make great additions to Rain Gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is also a wonderful plant for the front of the mixed shrub border\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its small size makes it perfect for smaller borders and beds. They'll also be helpful as facer plants at the base of \"leggy\" larger shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInclude several Little Henry's near your vegetable garden or fruit trees. 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The glossy foliage is most impressive in full sun (or part shade), and Kodiak® Black Bush Honeysuckle is one of the best shade-tolerant shrubs you'll find on the market today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis native cultivar may be called \"Bush Honeysuckle\" but it is not invasive! It simply spreads politely and keeps to itself without jumping any borders. Dwarf Bush \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/bushes-and-shrubs\/bushes-and-shrubs-varieties\/honeysuckle-bushes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHoneysuckle\u003c\/a\u003e thrives in sun or shade, and is a sound ecological choice. Growing 3-4 feet in height and spreading 4-5 feet wide, these vigorous and incredibly adaptable shrubs thrive throughout USDA growing zones 5 to 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can even grow these in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/floral-designing-for-containers-and-arrangements-with-style\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eoutdoor containers\u003c\/a\u003e as your Filler plants. Use several Kodiak® Black plants around your centered Thriller or focal point plant. The deliciously dark foliage is bound to make your Thriller pop! Or use the dramatic dark foliage as the Thriller and skirt it in Spillers like golden Creeping Jenny, soothing green Blue Rug Juniper, or equally dark and dramatic Black Scallop Ajuga!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavvy property owners know that low-maintenance plants are a great idea! Why not use this sun and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/shrubs-for-shade-how-to-make-the-most-of-a-shady-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade-tolerant\u003c\/a\u003e shrub as the mainstay of your easy-care garden design? Consider this your \"go-to\" landscape solution to cover ground and fill wide, open areas with knockout color. Modern homes can use these shrubs en masse in wide planting beds. Save a little room for a few bright flowering accent plants, and you'll be ready to relax in your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage color is sophisticated enough to hold its own in high-end formal landscapes. But it's absolutely charming in Cottage gardens or as accents in modern courtyards, as well. Leverage their rich, dark leaves to add depth to all of your plantings, and you'll tie the entire design together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow it to create natural-looking drifts for a very appealing look with a touch of visual drama! The only thing you'll really have to do is plan for Kodiak® Black to reach its full mature spread. Plant them 3 ½ feet apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next. They'll grow together and touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Bush Honeysuckle as a mid-sized, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e groundcover to add depth to the look of your garden beds. Stop trying to mow a dangerous hillside by planting these flowering shrubs instead! Halt \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/about-erosion-control-and-top-five-plants-for-erosion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esoil erosion\u003c\/a\u003e on those same hills or along the upper banks of a water feature, stream or pond. Allow these durable plants to spread out in a mounded form. They'll fill in your wide, open areas with brilliant color, butterflies and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/best-botanical-for-backyard-birds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esongbirds\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Kodiak® Black as an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/flowering-shrubs-to-punch-up-your-landscape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eaccent shrub\u003c\/a\u003e throughout your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/preparing-a-feast-for-your-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebutterfly\u003c\/a\u003e gardens, and around \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-life-gives-you-rocks-create-a-rock-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock\u003c\/a\u003e gardens, and because of that dramatic fall color, it’s especially wonderful to use where you'll see it during halftime at your Football Watch parties or around the fall firepit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInclude these all along the mid-ground of your mixed shrub border or as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow hedges\u003c\/a\u003e. They'll make a fantastic contrast in front of flowering trees and taller shrubs. Use them as a solid backdrop for smaller perennials in a Butterfly Garden. Of course, you can also add them to your foundation planting for a bold, deep foliage accent. What could be more captivating? The eye can't help but be drawn to such a dramatic color, so different from the expected greens and bright flower tones usually present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you heard of Black Gardens? They are a trendy take on the traditional Moon Garden, using a reverse of the traditional all-white garden border. Kodiac Black should definitely be considered for these unusual, restful retreats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWherever you place them, be sure to snip them regularly to include the lush foliage in your cut flower arrangements! We'd call Kodiak® Black Bush Honeysuckle a \"plant it and forget about it\" plant if it wasn't so pretty! You'll notice these plants every day, although you won't have to fuss over them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright Yellow Flowers Draw Butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic Burgundy-Purple Foliage \u0026amp; Stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Cultivar is Well-Behaved \u0026amp; Not Invasive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Soil Stabilizer for Slopes \u0026amp; Embankments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate Fantastic Focal Points, Hedges \u0026amp; Backdrops With Very Little Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best foliage color, plant it in full sun where it will get 6 or more hours of sun a day. However, it will also perform well in partially shady areas. We've seen it do well even in shade situations. Provide a consistent, moderate amount of water on a regular basis for best results. It is adaptive to a variety of soils and quite hardy. Every other year, add a top dressing of a three-inch layer of arborist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch\u003c\/a\u003e. You'll keep the root system cool and moist. Mulch between plants also helps keep new mass plantings weed-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can easily keep them manicured with regular pruning in early spring to shape or shorten them. Or, let it do its thing for a more natural look. Should you need to prune, do so in the late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows Well in Full Sun, Part Shade or Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide Range of Well-Drained Soil Types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular Moderate Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-comprehensive-pruning-guide-for-the-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePrune\u003c\/a\u003e If Needed - Late Winter or Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer Tend to Leave it Alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKodiak® Black Bush Honeysuckle is one of the Proven Winners® series so you can be assured of its performance in your own yard year after year. Order enough to complete your project today from NatureHills.com and gain the most versatile, adaptable flowering ornamental shrub possible!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61334458466674,"sku":"23101E","price":25.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":51770449166706,"sku":"22441E","price":42.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Container","offer_id":43612759392309,"sku":"20449","price":85.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/kodiak-black-honeysuckle-bush-diervilla-rivularis.jpg?v=1775651361"},{"product_id":"fragrant-sweet-box","title":"Fragrant Sweet Box","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally! An easy-to-grow, resilient \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/broadleaf-evergreens-are-all-the-rage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=broadleaf\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebroadleaf evergreen\u003c\/a\u003e that can handle the infamous garden location —Dry Shade!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, good news! Take a look at this variety of Fragrant Sweet Box Bush (Sarcococca ruscifolia)! It will live happily in these tough conditions, look great, and produce scented flowers, plus sport glossy pointed green leaves that stick around all year round!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat a joy! The Fragrant Sweetbox will give you weeks of bloom that smell like Hyacinths! The pollinators will love you for planting this shrub! It is densely covered in lush deep green foliage that makes it a nice backdrop to flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry shade can be tough on plants, and we all have one of those spots! You know the one, under the old tree in the backyard, that corner of your yard where the sprinkler system misses, or in the side yard between your house and the neighbors. Anywhere you have dry shade, it can be a challenge to find a pretty plant that will thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant Sweet Box is a great plant for all those shaded locations around your landscape even if it isn't dry shade! Perfect for the part shade foundation plantings, around those HVAC units or to conceal vents, utilities, footings, or other unsightly spots around your home or business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a dappled shade hedge of these 4 - 5 feet tall and up to 4 foot wide shrubs for year-round privacy around seating areas and outdoor garden rooms beneath the canopy of large trees or where your hedge will receive less than 5-6 hours of sun a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy Pointed Broadleaf Evergreen Shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant White Flowers In Late Winter\/Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Evergreen For Shade \u0026amp; Dry Shade Locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Easy To Grow \u0026amp; Full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Privacy \u0026amp; Screening Hedges, Hide Eyesores \u0026amp; Evergreen Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoving part shade and dappled shade in cooler climates, warmer growing zones can grow these shrubs in full shade, as long as they have at least 4 hours of sun or filtered sunlight a day. Any well-drained soil type works for these plants and new shrubs need consistent moisture access until established. A 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around their roots to support their growth and keep moisture in the soil more consistently, especially in those dry shade locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarcococca are tough plants! Sweet Box is resistant to both deer and rabbits and is disease-resistant, too! This water-wise variety won't need extra care. It is easy to grow and easy to maintain! Prune after the flowers fade should you need to tidy up your plant's form or alter its size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade to Partial Sun\/Part Shade Locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-Wise \u0026amp; Tolerates Dry Shade Once Established!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune After Flowers Fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer and Rabbit Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fragrant Sweet Box is the perfect evergreen for dry shade! Order a Fragrant Sweet Box from NatureHills.com today! You'll be so glad to get rid of that ugly eyesore with a beautiful, fragrant broadleaf evergreen shrub!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":61569799094642,"sku":"23615","price":40.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/fragrant-sweet-box-sarcococca-ruscifolia.jpg?v=1775654840"},{"product_id":"evercolor-everlime-variegated-sedge","title":"EverColor® Everlime Variegated Sedge Grass","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you crave year-round motion and energy for your garden this year? Nothing does that as well as Grasses and Sedges! They are super easy to care for, they fit into just about any garden style, and now ... there are so many colors and forms to choose from!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the very best is EverColor® Everlime Sedge Grass PP #25,622 (Carex oshimensis 'Everlime')! Once you try it you will agree that it is such a great and adaptable plant. It stands out from other Carex with eye-catching, spring-green blades with a lime-green edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom early spring until autumn's frost, you'll enjoy bright-hued blades of color swaying in the breeze! Summer brings brown, spiky seed heads for added interest and motion in the wind! Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 9, Everlime grows 12 - 15 inches in height and spreads 18 - 24 inches wide forming colorful clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverlime Variegated Sedge makes a magnificent groundcover or try it in your favorite container as both a 'thriller' and a 'spiller'! It will bring light and texture to any garden combo! The distinctive green foliage with lime margins really sets off nearly every other color and plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverlime can also stabilize and beautify that hard-to-maintain slope. Looking absolutely stunning planted en masse, as ground cover, or in long winding rows along your garden beds and bodies of water. Easy-care perennials, Carex are low-growing focal points and low maintenance interest for a wide variety of landscape applications. They add an amazing designer touch to your landscape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt forms a neat and easily controlled mound that looks fantastic in a row along the edge of a perennial bed or filling in large beds under trees. High style and high impact, the killer green and tidy clump formation lend themselves to formal garden styles. While the soft texture and lively colors work just as well in informal gardens as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTolerating wet to soggy soil conditions is what really sets these apart from other Ornamental Grasses. 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EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass PP# 20,955 (Carex oshimensis 'Carfit01') is a charismatic and versatile Hair Sedge Grass. You'll relish the delightful variegated coloration and attractive form all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreamy-white ribbons flank a grass-green stripe down the center of the strappy blades. EverColor® Everest™ Carex delivers an exciting fountain of whimsical color and texture that contrasts beautifully with your other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might be surprised how versatile EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass is in your space! Their durability is showcased in their adaptability to shade, damp, and urban conditions. Give a little and get so much in return. Both sassy and sophisticated, this compact Grass is on top of professional garden designer's wish lists!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming plant features narrow leaves that grow upward from the center, gracefully arching outward toward the ground. Ornamental Sedges make easy-care and reliable foliage plants. This unique variety adds a race-striped flair to your planting designs. Their tiny brown blooms do support moths and butterflies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverColor® Everest™ Carex is perfect for those areas around your yard that can be difficult to plant. It thrives in partial shade, giving those shady places a pop of color and winter interest. Include them with broad-leaved Hosta and fine-textured Astilbe. Repeat them along a woodland garden path. Don't just be surprised if their winsome good looks call fairies to mind!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop a row of them on the shady side of your Butterfly Garden! They make very useful plants in swales, Rain Gardens, and Green Roof projects. They also become a terrific accent to brighten up a shady balcony! Even if the only ambition you have is to decorate the low-lying area around your rain gutter, this darling plant is up for the challenge. Enjoy the tufty fountains created by these personable perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuck them into oversized outdoor containers as a marvelous \"Spiller\" around the edge to soften the look. Partner with one of our special Hydrangea bushes as a \"Thriller\", and you'll have an elegant design that works for many years with afternoon shade. Keep container-grown plants outdoors all year with some shelter in the coldest areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn ambitious, earth-moving projects like bermed Rain Gardens, use multiple EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass to provide motion and color in shaded areas. Protect our precious groundwater from potentially polluted runoff from roofs and streets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning grass is adored by landscapers as an impeccable and reliable mass planting with a lot of pizzazz. Plant them eight inches apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next. Use this same spacing to create a groundcover fill on slopes. They'll help control erosion and look cute, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive these perennial Grasses as housewarming gifts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves Feature Crisp, White Margins and Grass-Green Center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Arches Up, Then Cascades Downward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Style \u0026amp; Charm to Small Space Gardens \u0026amp; Can be Grown in Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowy Foliage With Year-Round Interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent in Massed Plantings \u0026amp; Useful Rain Garden Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll this fun type of Hair Grass requires to keep it looking great is a little tune-up in spring. We're talking perhaps five minutes a year in maintenance, beyond watering. In the hottest areas, please take care that they don't get too much sun, but in cooler zones, Sedges can grow well in partial shade. Moist, well-drained soil is best for them to shine, so provide them with consistent water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure to cut back all the foliage in the late winter or early spring each year. You'll make way for fresh new leaves to emerge from the roots each spring! Otherwise, these petite powerhouses are quite easy-care. If you like to have a tidy space, gently rake them to clear fallen leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in Partial or Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in Moist, Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist to Higher Moisture Locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Down Or Clean Mounds In Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRabbit \u0026amp; Deer Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy their sweetly Zen look and they'll perform faithfully for you! Place your order for EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass today. Nature Hills will ship it at just the right time for planting in your area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61478002950514,"sku":"23503E","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":43613121052725,"sku":"18866","price":37.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/evercolor-everest-carex.jpg?v=1775618580"},{"product_id":"hillside-black-beauty-bugbane","title":"Hillside Black Beauty Bugbane","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark and dramatic fine-textured foliage, the mysterious Hillside Black Beauty Bugbane (Actaea simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty') is an incredible perennial with dark purple-maroon, coppery blushed, lacy leaves with a dark green undertone. They add depth and pensive color to the shade garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Beauty goes a step further and sends up tall and fragrant, fluffy spikes of pinkish buds that open into white blossoms that resemble Astilbe plants with their similar ferny foliage and flower plumes. The main difference between these two shade-loving plants is that Bugbane blooms later in the season around September and October. The narrow bottlebrushes attract \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebees and butterflies\u003c\/a\u003e and look unique \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ein the vase\u003c\/a\u003e when paired with their lovely dark foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Cohosh and Black Cohosh, Hillside Bugbane is hardy throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 8, and these herbaceous perennials grow to an impressive 4-5 feet in height when in flower and spreading to a 3-4 foot wide mound. Bugbane naturalizes into thickets by way of underground rhizomes and creates polite banks of dark foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHillside Black Beauty is fantastic for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and naturalizing in dappled shade wildflower gardens! Nearly \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/keeping-it-spooky-year-round-halloween-garden-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eas dark as the shade\u003c\/a\u003e they thrive in, you can create contrast by pairing them with brighter foliage colors like variegated Hosta, bright green Bleeding Hearts, and lush speckled Lungworts. The foliage pairs beautifully with equally lacy Ferns and Astilbe too! Try off-setting the coppery undertones with Carmel Coral Bells or match them with Plum Pudding Coral Bells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn full shade, the flowers will bend towards the direction of the sun! Bugbane also thrives in partial shade and looks fantastic as edging, border plants, and underplantings around larger shrubs and trees where they won't mind the shade. Acting as facer shrubs, they hide larger shrubs with bare leggy stems! Pot up in large planters (underground or above) to stop any spreading - just ensure they have good drainage either way. You'll gain a fancy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/floral-designing-for-containers-and-arrangements-with-style\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ethriller and spiller\u003c\/a\u003e with dramatic dark leaves and late-season vertical blooms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Bottlebrushes With Purple Stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Near-Black Lacy Ferny Purplish-Maroon Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate-Season Bloom \u0026amp; Pollinator Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade Gardens \u0026amp; Cut Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimens, Naturalizing, Edging \u0026amp; Borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBugbane thrives in highly organically enriched, well-drained soil and loves regular moisture. Plant in either full shade or partial shade and baby them along as they work to get established. Afterward, Cohosh has no pest or disease issues. Mulch with 3-4 inches of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist bark chips\u003c\/a\u003e to keep the roots cool and moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade \u0026amp; Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist Rich Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease and Pest Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean Mounds in Early Spring \u0026amp; Divide Every 3-5 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHillside Black Beauty Bugbane adds dramatic depth and unique color and form to your shade gardens! Purple black foliage and white bottlebrush spiked perennials are available now at NatureHills.com!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plants That Work","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":43638497640501,"sku":"21307","price":49.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hillside-black-beauty-bugbane-actaea-simplex.jpg?v=1775617914"},{"product_id":"dragontail-fern","title":"Dragontail Fern","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique and whimsical growth of Dragontail Fern (Asplenium x ebenoides) has long, narrow fronds with elongated tips and a chaotic, zig-zagging growing nature. Looking like a patch of green, mini-dragon tails playing in the garden, these native Ferns add so much fantasy to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whimsical little Fern grows to about 6 inches tall and about a foot wide. Forming a low, evergreen mound of narrowly triangular, notched, wavy-edged glossy fronds, each tapering to long points. The unique appearance is one not often seen in today's gardens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Scott's Spleenwort or Walking Spleenwort because of the curious manner that some frond tips grow a small plantlet on their leaf ends, then bend down to trail the ground and root, giving them their other name, the Walking Fern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith upright arching growth, these fronds grow in bizarre patterns of assorted shapes and a variety of different-sized lobes, sometimes trailing to the ground and rooting to slowly spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a natural hybrid between another two native species two eastern US species, Asplenium rhizophyllum (Walking Fern) and A. platyneuron (Ebony Spleenwort), giving rise to this unique beauty! Highly adaptable throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 8, Dragontail is naturally occurring in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-incredible-native-plants-to-the-northeastern-usa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEastern North America\u003c\/a\u003e, this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/navitar-vs-native\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehardy native\u003c\/a\u003e and other species of Asplenium can be found growing in the Ozarks limestone ledges, in rocky crooks, nooks and crannies, and along bubbling creeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe guarantee no one else will have these beauties on the block! Dragontail's small clump-forming nature is best suited to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-life-gives-you-rocks-create-a-rock-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock Garden\u003c\/a\u003e or for edging in a shady woodland garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso growing well in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainers\u003c\/a\u003e because of their size and curious growth, planters will gain intriguing character with the addition of these heavily-toothed filler plants poking up haphazardly around the other plants!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragontail Fern also does well in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/best-ferns-for-your-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eindoor terrariums\u003c\/a\u003e and indoor areas with high humidity. Give your bathroom a Spa retreat feel by adding Dragontail as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/the-art-beauty-of-japanese-kokedama\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eKokedama\u003c\/a\u003e, which is when the roots are suspended in a mud ball, coated with soft green moss, and wrapped in twine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant around your favorite water feature, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/install-a-rain-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRain Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, and fountain where they can soak up the moisture and humidity while adding extraordinary texture!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, shady tree canopies, understories, and woodland plantings are natural haunts, where Dragontail can ramble and spread to its heart's delight without worry. They're highly deer and rabbit resistant so they can hold their own in these out-of-the-way spots. Wildflower gardens, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-the-coziest-cottage-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCottage\u003c\/a\u003e Gardens, and native forested glens will look lovely with these playing along their shaded edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, Narrow, Spikey Fern Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Green Color \u0026amp; Random Unique Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Glossy Spreading Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy Native Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalizing Groundcover, Indoor\/Patio Accents, Edging, Containers \u0026amp; Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragontail \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/growing-ferns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFerns\u003c\/a\u003e love the partial shade in cooler zones and full, dense dark shade in hot growing zones in warmer summer climates. Performing best in sandy and average soil that has good drainage and consistent moisture. Also tolerating clay soil, chalky soil, and any that have good moisture retention. Doing well in all types of pH from mild acidity to mild alkalinity. It's surprising that this wonderful plant hasn't caught on more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Nature Hills \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/nature-hills-root-booster\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRoot Booster\u003c\/a\u003e during planting, because the symbiotic ingredients work non-stop over the life of the plant. Doing their very best in cool locations, a generous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elayer of mulch\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. These evergreen Ferns clumps may be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-to-divide-different-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edivided in spring\u003c\/a\u003e, but this is seldom required. Though enjoying to spread, they're easily controlled and cared for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used indoors, mist often and keep away from drafts and full sun. Try raising the humidity by planting over a tray of water-filled pebbles or setting up a humidifier for your treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/search\/?q=slug%20%26%20snail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSlug-resistant\u003c\/a\u003e, these will do well with little care or attention from you. Only the removal of dead or dying fronds is needed to keep the clumps tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade \u0026amp; Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide Soil Adaptability - Best in Rich Slightly Acidic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture Loving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher Slug \u0026amp; Deer Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhimsy and curiosity abound, for something truly cool and unique, we guarantee no one else has in your area, choose a hardy and adaptable plant! Your gardens will become a fantasyland with Dragontail Ferns frolicking in the dappled shade! Order your own living curiosities from Nature Hills Nursery today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":43638847012917,"sku":"20240","price":34.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/dragontail-fern-asplenium-x-ebenoides.jpg?v=1775618136"},{"product_id":"royal-purple-lilyturf","title":"Royal Purple Lilyturf","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Magic Wands! The graceful arching blades of dark green leaves on the Royal Purple Lilyturf (Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple') provide colorful evergreen foliage with purple tinges!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple flower spikes look reminiscent of Grape Hyacinth blooms and rise above the strappy foliage on dark purple stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep purple blooms add unique beauty to your landscape. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/flower-gardens-bring-butterflies-and-beneficial-insects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eButterflies and bees\u003c\/a\u003e will seek out your flowers as they bloom throughout the later parts of the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Royal Purple Lilyturf In The Landscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLilyturf is a wonderful groundcover and border plant! Adding depth and dramatic colors throughout your full and part-shaded areas. Royal Purple Liriope is often used for colorful \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-great-alternatives-to-lawn-grass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elawn replacement\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMass plantings colonize and add mysterious color on hard-to-mow slopes or let cascade gracefully over your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock garden\u003c\/a\u003e or as facer plants around larger shrubs and trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge garden beds and borders with colorful structures and use them as a spiller and filler in your containers, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eplanters\u003c\/a\u003e, and window boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpikes of Deep-Purple Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarker Purple Stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrappy Grass-Like Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen Clumping Arching Groundcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips For Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Purple is hardy, compact beauty that loves full sun, partial shade, or even \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efull shade\u003c\/a\u003e! Especially in hot climates, Lilyturf appreciates some shade in the hot sun of zones 5-10. In warmer zones, this plant will be evergreen. In colder zones like 5 and 6, you may need to plant in protected locations and not in exposed locations. In late winter or very early spring, these plants can be cut back to the ground eliminating all of the old foliage to make room for all new foliage that will develop from the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest in moderately rich, acidic soil types, especially well-drained soils. Easy care, they're deer and rabbits, heat, humidity, and drought tolerant, Lilyturf are also disease and pest-free!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Sun \u0026amp; Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-Care \u0026amp; Deer\/Rabbit Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan Be Evergreen In Warmer Climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Very Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor gorgeous color, versatility, and dramatic texture in the garden, order your own Royal Purple Lilyturf from Nature Hills today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":43638981853237,"sku":"20215","price":28.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/royal-purple-lilyturf-liriope-muscari.jpg?v=1775653245"},{"product_id":"himalayan-maidenhair-fern","title":"Himalayan Maidenhair Fern","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHimalayan Maidenhair Fern– Delicate, Elegant Groundcover!\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHimalayan Maidenhair Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e (Adiantum venustum) is a \u003cstrong\u003erefined, graceful fern\u003c\/strong\u003e known for its \u003cstrong\u003esoft, lacy fronds and wiry black stems\u003c\/strong\u003e. Originating from the cool forests of the Himalayas, this low-growing Fern is perfect for creating a \u003cstrong\u003elush carpet of delicate foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e in shady areas. The \u003cstrong\u003esemi-evergreen nature\u003c\/strong\u003e means it retains much of its foliage through mild winters, providing year-round interest in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and moist rock gardens, the Himalayan Maidenhair Fern is both elegant and hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, delicate, light-green fronds with black stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 12 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a dense mat up to 12 - 36 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Evergreen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains foliage in mild winters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates a variety of shade conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping With Himalayan Maidenhair Fern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Himalayan Maidenhair Fern is an excellent \u003cstrong\u003egroundcover for woodland and shade gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a fine texture that contrasts beautifully with bold-leaved plants like Hostas or Bergenias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003espreading habit\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it ideal for underplanting shrubs,\u003cstrong\u003e edging paths\u003c\/strong\u003e, or softening the \u003cstrong\u003eedges of rock gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plant it in \u003cstrong\u003emoist, shaded spots\u003c\/strong\u003e where its delicate foliage can thrive and create a peaceful, naturalistic feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eGroundcover in woodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eShaded rock gardens and moist and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/install-a-rain-garden?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=rain+g\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRain Garden\u003c\/a\u003e beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eUnderplanting for trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eEdging pathways and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eGorgeous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=shade\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade garden\u003c\/a\u003e additions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"jump-to-care\"\u003eMaindenhair Fern Care \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its delicate appearance, this Fern is \u003cstrong\u003esurprisingly easy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e when given the right conditions. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/fern-life-cycle?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=fern\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFerns are unique plants\u003c\/a\u003e with a curious lifecycle and are a great choice for gardeners looking for a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/growing-ferns?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=fern\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-maintenance perennial plant\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil; avoid prolonged dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade for best performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply compost or a slow-release balanced fertilizer in early spring if necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim back dead or damaged fronds in early spring to encourage new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart for full, lush coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHimalayan Maidenhair Fern \u003c\/strong\u003eis a versatile, low-growing fern that brings grace and texture to shady gardens. Its soft, delicate fronds and spreading habit make it ideal for creating a tranquil, natural landscape. This Fern adds timeless beauty and elegance to any shaded area!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder yours today at Nature Hills Nursery and add lacy finery to your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":51862607167858,"sku":"20243","price":34.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/himalayan-maidenhair-fern-adiantum-venustum.jpg?v=1775617920"},{"product_id":"frostkiss-vibey-velvet-lenten-rose","title":"Frostkiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFrostKiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrostKiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e PPAF (Helleborus x hybridus 'Vibey Velvet') is an incredible \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-plants-for-early-spring-color\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eearly spring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e blooming perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e that brings \u003cstrong\u003erich, velvety burgundy-red flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e to the garden when most other plants are still dormant. 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This \u003cstrong\u003eelegant, shade-loving perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e looks great among \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/fall-planted-bulbs-bring-bright-spring-blooms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eephemeral blooms and bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e and enhances a variety of garden settings. 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This cold-hardy ephemeral perennial is a standout performer in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder today at Nature Hills and bring the elegance of FrostKiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose to your landscape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More from Nature Hills\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Frostkiss® Vibey Velvet™ makes an excellent addition to collections of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hellebores\" title=\"Shop Hellebore Plants - Lenten Rose (Helleborus) at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003ehellebore plants - lenten rose (helleborus)\u003c\/a\u003e and works beautifully alongside other early-blooming \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials\" title=\"Shop Perennials at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/zone-5-plants-trees-shrubs\" title=\"Shop Zone 5 Plants, Trees \u0026amp; Shrubs at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003ezone 5 plants, trees \u0026amp; shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/zone-6-plants-trees-shrubs\" title=\"Shop Zone 6 Plants, Trees \u0026amp; Shrubs at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003ezone 6 plants, trees \u0026amp; shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e gardens. 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The \u003cstrong\u003eupright, arching stems\u003c\/strong\u003e are clothed in \u003cstrong\u003elong, pointed\u003c\/strong\u003e leaves with yellow margins that brighten up shady borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eVariegated foliage with golden margins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eOrchid-like flowers in lavender\/violet with purple spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eFlowers late summer until fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eGrows just 12–18 inches tall and 6-8 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eDeer-resistant and shade-tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eNative to Japan and adapted to Zones 6–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eLong blooming and easy to grow in woodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Samurai Toad Lily is a \u003cstrong\u003ecompact, clump-forming perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=shade\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshaded garden spots\u003c\/a\u003e where you want a pop of unusual color and texture!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/lovely-lilies-available-at-nature-hills?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=lilies\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiliaceae family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, it shares some characteristics with Lilies, though it's distinctly its own. In Japan, it's long been cherished for its unique beauty and ability to bloom in the shadowy corners of the garden. A beloved symbol of hidden strength and rare beauty, the Toad Lily proves Ma Nature's subtle magic is always worth the wait!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eBorder edges in shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePretty underplanting for shrubs and trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePollinator, Shade, Cut Flower, Woodland, and Asian-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eContainer thrillers in part-shade patios, porches, and mixed planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eFantastic in mixed perennial beds with other shade garden plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/planting-perennials?_pos=5\u0026amp;_psq=perennial\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eherbaceous perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e dies back in the fall but comes back stronger each year. It's low maintenance, loves moist shade, and tolerates humidity well. Native to moist woodland areas of East Asia, the Samurai Toad Lily is well-adapted to \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 6–8\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferring cool, shady environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring or early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade (avoid hot afternoon sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil; tolerates clay if amended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistently moist; mulch helps retain soil moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a 3–4 inch \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=mulch\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elayer of bark mulch\u003c\/a\u003e or arborist chips; compost beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light feeding in early spring with balanced fertilizer or compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e No major pruning needed; deadhead for tidiness if desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivision Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/when-to-divide-different-perennials?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=divide\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDivide every 3–4 years\u003c\/a\u003e in spring to refresh vigor or spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Needs\/Perks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003eDeer resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003eShade tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003ePest and disease-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Hidden Gem for Shade Lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamurai Toad Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fall-blooming surprise that turns shade into a showplace. Between the golden-edged foliage and intricate late blooms, it's an under-the-radar perennial that deserves the spotlight in your garden. Perfect for shady retreats and woodland pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy now and \u003cstrong\u003eNature Hills\u003c\/strong\u003e will ship at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":51862837657970,"sku":"19797","price":34.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/samurai-toad-lily-tricyrtis-formosana.jpg?v=1775655369"},{"product_id":"hosta-fire-and-ice","title":"Fire and Ice Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs there a spot in your shady garden that needs some life? Hosta Fire and Ice (Hosta 'Fire \u0026amp; Ice') are like fireworks on a dark night! These small Hostas have pure white leaves edged in a thick rim of dark, emerald green. The leaves begin in the spring and go strong until the first frost!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an added bonus, in late summer Fire and Ice Hosta shoots up long spikes of purple flowers. Plant these around a shaded patio or gazebo and instantly up the 'Wow' factor of your garden. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and pollinators adore these trumpet-shaped blooms that call them to your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will enjoy these lovely plants for years to come! They are long-lived and thrive throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9, loving the heat and humidity, cold, and are incredibly easy to grow! Even the most \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/tips-for-the-new-gardener\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enovice\u003c\/a\u003e or busy gardeners will have success growing these herbaceous perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder plenty to fill in your shady landscape areas. Fire and Ice love humus-rich soil and work great in woodland plantings and shady beds under trees. Fire and Ice also shine in a well-drained container. Fire and Ice add color and texture to any shady area of your garden! All \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e are most at home in shady, woodland settings and works well as an accent or edging plant, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe striking color combo looks great when mixed with other Hostas and shade-loving plants like classic Bleeding Hearts or Ferns. Large planters and containers in the dappled \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade \u003c\/a\u003earound your patio or even a shaded balcony will benefit from the graceful presence of these impressive plants. The cool coloration and eye-catching growth will decorate garden rooms with sculptural decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shady \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/create-a-meditation-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAsian and Zen-inspired gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, blue-leaved Hostas lend a cool and calming presence to areas for meditation and relaxation. Contemporary plantings and informal cottage gardens alike benefit from these large perennials and other shade-loving plants. Borders look divine with long rows of Hosta skirting and tidying up their edges. So will your driveway and walkways, and shady paths!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBi-Color White \u0026amp; Emerald Green Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong Spikes of Purple Blooms In Mid-Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain-Shaped Mounded Clumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Specimen Plant, Great Shade Garden \u0026amp; Edging Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll these easy perennials need is well-drained soil and a few hours of morning sun to be truly happy. Hostas grow in high-filtered or dappled sunlight. This is necessary for clean, healthy growth. The leaves need some morning sun to bring out the best coloration however, the hot afternoon sun will burn the leaves, especially in warmer growing zones. Plant in any moist, well-drained spot and grows well in highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best to keep areas around Hostas clear of excess leaf debris, this way you can reduce the presence of slugs and snails. Once frosts arrive, Hosta is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eherbaceous perennial\u003c\/a\u003e that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. Removing the old leaves in early winter will also prevent the spreading of any fungal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA generous layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. Low maintenance and an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeasy-care\u003c\/a\u003e perennial, Hostas are one of the most versatile perennials for shady landscaping. Divide the plants in early spring as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade Loving Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-Drained Enriched Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas Cold Hardiness \u0026amp; Humidity-Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriking color contrast lights up the shade! The Fire and Ice Hosta adds brilliance to your garden, so hurry and order enough for your next project today at Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736704708978,"sku":"11462","price":32.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-fire-and-ice.jpg?v=1775652237"},{"product_id":"first-frost-hosta","title":"First Frost Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hosta First Frost (Hosta 'First Frost') is a handsome sport of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/hosta-halcyon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHalcyon Hosta\u003c\/a\u003e and begins in spring with deep blue leaves with a gold-colored edging. This edging is irregular and just about half an inch wide, but then First Frost evolves to a pure white in summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light lavender flowers appear on 28-inch scapes by midsummer, attracting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e and putting on a colorful display in your garden all season long! It maintains its outstanding blue color and beautiful edging until the first frost in the fall. These trumpet-shaped blooms look great in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-perennials-to-use-in-cut-flower-arrangements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003evases indoors\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed a \"Designer Hosta\" and \"2010 Hosta of the Year\", First Frost is incredibly cold-hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 - 9 and thrives in the shadier spots of your landscape, porch, patio, or planter! Growing only 12-15 inches in height but spreading up to 3 feet wide at maturity, the foliage becomes more and more frosted in white!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the foliage spreads 3 feet wide First Frost is a fine size for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/plant-shade-loving-perennials-in-lieu-of-grass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e, edging, or specimen use! The large, broad, colorful leaves are ideal for edging along garden bed fronts to ease the transition between lawn and garden and to quickly hide large sections of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshady areas\u003c\/a\u003e each growing season! Create your own shade-loving perennial display with Ferns, Barrenwarts, Coral Bells, and of course \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eother Hosta\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot up in a large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eplanter or container\u003c\/a\u003e to elevate your landscape, let drape over the edge of an urn, or use First Frost as a large focal point among finer-textured perennials and annuals. Set one on the corner of a shady foundation. Plant at the base or the top of a retaining wall so these graceful large leaves can soften edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Broad Leaves Change Blue-Green to White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort \u0026amp; Wide Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Lavender Flowers For Pollinators \u0026amp; Hummingbirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward-Winning Hosta Variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdging, Borders, Containers \u0026amp; Specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Frost is resistant to pests and this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/keep-your-hosta-collection-healthy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-care perennial\u003c\/a\u003e! In an area that receives partial sun to full shade, since the leaves need morning sun to bring out the best coloration, though too much sun will burn the leaves. These \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennials\u003c\/a\u003e are at home in consistently moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. When watering, make sure to lift up the leaves and water the soil directly underneath. Those big boisterous leaves can sometimes act like an umbrella and leave the roots dry. Provide moderate yet consistent moisture throughout the growing season and these appreciate a 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist mulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e to help hold in moisture. It is best to keep areas around Hostas clear of excess leaf debris to reduce the presence of slugs and snails. Deadhead after flowers fade, and clean the foliage away from the plant once it dies back in the autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade \u0026amp; Part Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate Moisture \u0026amp; Needs Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppreciates Mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune in Late Fall After Leaves Die Back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/dividing-hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDivide\u003c\/a\u003e Every Few Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGorgeous blue-green and gold foliage plus lavender blooms, First Frost is a remarkable variety of Hosta that's sure to brighten the shady spots in your landscape! Hurry and order First Frost Hosta from NatureHills.com today before they sell out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736705757554,"sku":"19675","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/first-frost-hosta.jpg?v=1775652243"},{"product_id":"sensitive-fern","title":"Sensitive Fern","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSensitive Fern - Moving Moisture-Loving Lace!\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lacy Sensitive Fern (Onoclea sensibilis) is a lush, low-maintenance groundcover! This striking native Fern is known for its broad, vibrant green fronds and unique texture. Perfect for shady, moist areas, this fast-spreading perennial thrives in naturalized settings, offering a lush, woodland feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts name comes from its sensitivity to frost, as the fronds wither with the first touch of cold. Despite this, its hardy underground rhizomes ensure it bounces back stronger each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, lobed green fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height: \u003c\/strong\u003e3-4 feet tall and wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist to wet, rich well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for naturalistic and woodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates wet soil and requires minimal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping With Sensitive Fern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sensitive Fern is perfect for \u003cstrong\u003ewoodland gardens, rain gardens, and moist, shady areas\u003c\/strong\u003e! Its ability to thrive in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/our-favorite-6-plants-for-wet-areas?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=wet\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewet conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e makes it an excellent ground cover for \u003cstrong\u003epond edges, stream banks, and low-lying garden beds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its bold, coarse-textured fronds create a stunning contrast with finer-leaved shade plants like hostas and astilbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eWoodland and naturalized \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=shade\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/install-a-rain-garden?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=rain+ga\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eRain Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants?_pos=5\u0026amp;_psq=fern\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eGroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e for damp areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePond and stream edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePolitely spreading, easy mass plantings and drifts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"jump-to-care\"\u003eFern Care \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/fern-life-cycle?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=fern\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eFerns are unique plants\u003c\/a\u003e with a curious lifecycle. Caring for \u003cstrong\u003eSensitive Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e is easy, making it a great choice for gardeners looking for a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/growing-ferns?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=fern\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elow-maintenance perennial plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers consistently moist, rich, and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil wet or consistently moist, especially in dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade for best growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart to allow for natural spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove dead fronds in early spring to encourage fresh growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoving Moisture-Loving \u0026amp; Lacy Native!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitive Fern \u003c\/strong\u003eis a \u003cstrong\u003eversatile and hardy ground cover\u003c\/strong\u003e that brings \u003cstrong\u003elush, bold texture\u003c\/strong\u003e to shady garden areas. Whether you're filling in wet spots or creating a woodland retreat, this native fern is a reliable, attractive choice that requires little effort but delivers big impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"American Beauties","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737792704882,"sku":"21900","price":24.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/sensitive-fern-onoclea-sensibilis.jpg?v=1775653615"},{"product_id":"cinnamon-fern","title":"Cinnamon Fern","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinnamon Fern (Osmunda cinnamomea) is the perfect plant for that wet spot in your yard where very little will grow. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-unique-native-plants-to-the-northwest-united-states\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNative\u003c\/a\u003e to American wetlands, this plant thrives in woodland gardens and by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/our-favorite-6-plants-for-wet-areas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003estreams, ponds and bogs\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have a water feature in your yard, then this is the plant you want growing beside it. Highly adaptable and verdant upright greenery all growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Cinnamon Fern refers to the cinnamon-colored new fronds and the fibers that are found near the base. You may have seen these pretty fibers used to make orchid pots. These ferns don't flower or bloom, but they don't need to. They make a huge statement with just their emerald green fronds standing like sentinels in your garden. These \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/what-is-a-fern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eplants look prehistoric\u003c\/a\u003e and are as sturdy as they look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these slowly spreading plants to fill in those wet spots and then don't give them another thought. They are that hardy! Tolerant of USDA hardiness zones 3 - 9, these are very cold-resistant and heat tolerant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/growing-ferns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egrow great\u003c\/a\u003e nearly anywhere and even work great in containers, adding lushness and serenity to your porch or patio. Window boxes and porch pots gain low screening and lush greenery to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/floral-designing-for-containers-and-arrangements-with-style\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emixed planters\u003c\/a\u003e as upright filler and tall green backdrop. Tuck around water features and use in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/install-a-rain-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRain Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and at the soggy spot where the gutters drain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse as 2-3 foot tall privacy around meditation and reading nooks, shady entertainment and seating areas. Use as edging in borders and along garden paths to ease the transition between lawn and garden. Lacy embellishments before your foundation plantings or as fringe around structures, hardscapes, flag poles and mailboxes. Accents and backdrops to garden beds and borders, throughout moist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and incredible specimen plants!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpright Lacy Green Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly Adaptable \u0026amp; Fast Growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinnamon Colored New Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun \u0026amp; Shade in Moist Locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Wetland Native Perennial (Evergreen in Warm Climates)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant Fern can even thrive in standing water for extended periods of time. They perform well in sun or shade. However, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/fern-life-cycle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFerns grow\u003c\/a\u003e in cooler climates and can handle full sun and part sun, while in hot growing zones they prefer afternoon shade, partial shade and full shade. Provide moderate, yet consistent moisture and plant them in a location with well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Sun, Partial Shade \u0026amp; Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers Moderate to High Moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/dividing-ferns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDivide\u003c\/a\u003e Every 2-3 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Early Spring to Clean Mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdaptable and easy-care verdant color and fine texture are yours with the beautiful Cinnamon Fern available at NatureHills.com! Hurry and order these impressive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/search\/native\"\u003enatives\u003c\/a\u003e today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More from Nature Hills\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinnamon Fern pairs beautifully with other shade-loving \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials\" title=\"Shop Perennials at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e and works well as one of many reliable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/native-plants\" title=\"Shop Native Plants at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003enative plants\u003c\/a\u003e that thrive in woodland settings alongside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-maintenance-plants\" title=\"Shop Low Maintenance Plants at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003elow maintenance plants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deer-resistant\" title=\"Shop Deer Resistant Plants at Nature Hills Nursery\"\u003edeer resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e. For design inspiration, explore our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/garden-blog\/all-about-brunnera-perfect-perennials-for-shade-gardens\" title=\"All About Brunnera: Perfect Perennials For Shade Gardens\"\u003eAll About Brunnera: Perfect Perennials For Shade Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and learn how to \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/garden-blog\/create-the-perfect-mixed-perennial-garden\" title=\"Create The Perfect Mixed Perennial Garden!\"\u003eCreate The Perfect Mixed Perennial Garden!\u003c\/a\u003e that incorporates ferns with flowering companions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Beauties","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737616740722,"sku":"12995","price":29.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/cinnamon-fern-osmunda-cinnamomea.jpg?v=1775653631"},{"product_id":"hosta-maui-butttercups","title":"Maui Buttercups Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden raindrops in the shade, the Maui Buttercups Hosta (Hosta 'Maui Buttercups') is one of the best yellow hostas on the market! The bright, rounded leaves are deeply cupped and corrugated and have a thick, leathery substance, and demonstrate good slug resistance!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaui Buttercups is a nice medium-sized Hosta that brightens the shade garden, and one of the very best yellow Hostas. It has flared, medium violet flowers that appear on 18-inch tall scapes in mid-summer. These feed many nectar-seeking bees, beneficial \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e, butterflies, and even \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerennial Hostas is humidity, chill, and heat-tolerant throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9! Hosta are impressively easy to grow for even the most \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enovice\u003c\/a\u003e gardeners! Growing just 8 - 10 inches in height and spreading to a space-saving 12-14 inches wide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e Maui Buttercups works in both landscapes large and small!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright color and diminutive size makes Hosta ideal for adding bright pops of color to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e and as low edging along garden beds and borders! Ease the transition between shaded garden and lawn, define spaces with straight or winding rows, or create groupings that draw the eye throughout the landscape! Even en masse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e plantings of these vivid, low-maintenance perennials means big impact for little work!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo yard? No problem! Maui Buttercups brightens your covered porch and shaded patio seating areas in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainers\u003c\/a\u003e and planters alike! Even large window boxes and balcony container gardens benefit from the unique golden foliage! Decorate the front porch and get an exotic welcome with some Maui Buttercups planted in fancy urns with spillers planted around their edges, or use Maui as the spiller and plant them around a vertical thriller for a formal effect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow Rounded Cupped \u0026amp; Corrugated Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium Violet Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 10 Inch Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHummingbird \u0026amp; Pollinator-Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimens, Beds \u0026amp; Borders, Shade Gardens, Edging \u0026amp; Containers!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreferring part shade\/sun and full shade, plant Maui Buttercups in an area that receives morning sun to bring out the best coloration but appreciate afternoon sun. These herbaceous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennials\u003c\/a\u003e grow best in enriched, moist well-drained soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Add a 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist mulch\u003c\/a\u003e over the soil surface, especially in dry shade conditions. Deadhead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e as soon as the flowers fade for a tidy look, and in fall when these herbaceous Perennials die back from the cold, it's time to prune the mound clean and remove the dead foliage. Divide your Hosta every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade Perennial Also Tolerates Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist Well-Drained Enriched Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-Maintenance \u0026amp; Remarkably Easy Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead After Flowering \u0026amp; Prune Late Fall After Frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the finest yellow-leafed Hostas, you'll brighten the gloom and add an exotic flair to your landscape! Maui Buttercups Hosta is always ready to brighten both large and small garden spaces!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737353875826,"sku":"22013","price":29.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-maui-butttercups.jpg?v=1775652317"},{"product_id":"hosta-fragrant-bouquet","title":"Fragrant Bouquet Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant Bouquet Hosta (Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet') packs a double-whammy! First this perennial unfurls its strikingly colored apple green with creamy white-edged leaves in the spring, growing fast and vigorous to fill your landscape in a hurry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt follows up that stunning performance by shooting up highly scented cream-colored flowers in late summer. Talk about a conversation piece! Not only will butterflies flutter by, but you'll find \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e love the large tubular flowers also, so you can be sure of plenty of feathered visitors to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the correct care, this Hosta will reward you with beautiful sparkling foliage all summer and into fall. When the flowers spike and perfume your shady nook, you'll wonder why you've never planted these lovely Hostas before! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 8, these plants grow 20-36 inches tall when in bloom and spread nearly 3 feet wide!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese scented flowering perennials look great and smell great so they are wonderful for use around shaded or covered patios and seating areas. The flowers perfume your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebouquets\u003c\/a\u003e indoors too! Add these as a vivid focal point to your cut flower gardens and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e borders!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry planting on the north side of your house as a foundation plant where the sun can be a little scarcer. You can also use it as filler underneath the canopies of your gorgeous fully grown shade trees. Wonderful skirting to large trees or garden structures, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efacer plants\u003c\/a\u003e to shrubs or trees that have leggy bare stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShade and woodland\u003c\/a\u003e gardens are perfect for these plants! Create your own shade-loving perennial display with Astilbe, Bleeding Hearts, and of course \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eother Hosta\u003c\/a\u003e! There's a dizzying array of Hosta colors, sizes, and forms for you to create a unique planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBi-Color Leaves - Apple Green \u0026amp; Creamy White Edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant Flowers - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinators\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; Hummingbirds Love the Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream-Colored Blooms in Mid-Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for Cut Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade Gardens \u0026amp; Borders, Edging \u0026amp; Large-Scale Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few hours of morning sunlight will bring out the best color in Fragrant Bouquet Hosta, but it will thrive in a fully shaded spot in the hottest of its favored growing zones. It loves humus-rich soil and is a great woodland planting, but it shines if you put it in a well-drained container by your patio, too! Divide the plants in early spring as needed. Fragrant \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHosta\u003c\/a\u003e loves moist soil but you'll find that sometimes its leaves can act like an umbrella leaving the roots just as dry after an overhead watering as before. Instead, lift its leaves and give it a soak directly under.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eherbaceous perennials\u003c\/a\u003e grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Provide moderate yet consistent moisture throughout the growing season and these appreciate a 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist mulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e to help hold in moisture more consistently and help enrich the soil further. Deadhead after flowers fade, and clean the foliage away from the plant once it dies back in the autumn. Add a layer of mulch over the crown of the plants in the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartial \u0026amp; Full Shade Loving Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate \/Consistent Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnriched Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazingly Easy-Care with Minimal Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Back Foliage Late Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Heat Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't wait too long or you'll miss out on your chance to order this salaciously scented specimen. Order Fragrant Bouquet Hosta from Nature Hills today. Your shady garden will thank you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736907608434,"sku":"20400","price":31.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-fragrant-bouquet.jpg?v=1775652249"},{"product_id":"hayscented-fern","title":"Hayscented Fern","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraceful, airy, and vibrant green, the Hayscented Fern (Dennstaedtia punctilobula) is a unique woodland plant with fragrant fronds. This hardy native has uniformly triangular leaves that are deeply cut leaflets, divided further into smaller leaflets yet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovely light green to yellow-green, lush foliage carpet areas in both shade and sun. In fall, the fronds take on a russet golden hue and blend in with the autumn colors all around the shady areas of your garden! Spreading to form colonies of airy, upward arching fronds, Hayscented Fern fills dreary shaded corners with incredible lushness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese easy-to-grow Ferns are highly rabbit and deer-resistant, these incredibly fast-growing, ground covers are tolerant in a wide range of conditions! Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 8, these perennial \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/fern-life-cycle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edeciduous Ferns\u003c\/a\u003e handle a wide range of climates and conditions! A native Fern throughout the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-incredible-native-plants-to-the-northeastern-usa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNortheastern\u003c\/a\u003e US and Eastern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-spectacular-native-plants-for-the-upper-midwest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMidwest\u003c\/a\u003e, these are highly adaptable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA native colonizer that covers the ground fast! Also called the Hay-Scented Fern, it is perfect for filling in and between your garden beds and along the edges of the wood. Spreading vigorously by rhizomes in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edappled shade, full shade\u003c\/a\u003e, and sun, and colonizes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/catch-the-drift-on-mass-planting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003een masse\u003c\/a\u003e with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn amazingly verdant groundcover, waste areas, and shady edges along your shed, garage, and foundations, Hayscented fronds spill and ramble around \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-life-gives-you-rocks-create-a-rock-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-the-coziest-cottage-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCottage\u003c\/a\u003e plantings. Wild areas become lush expanses that soothe the senses in 2-foot-tall lacy spears without the worry deer and rabbits will move in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding sophisticated texture to your garden and large planters, Hayscented Fern provides low screening and privacy around patios and along your larger beds and borders. These \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/navitar-vs-native\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehardy natives\u003c\/a\u003e are typically found rambling along open woods, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/install-a-rain-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRain Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, and along shaded river banks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant near where you can brush against it or the breeze can carry the fresh sweet smell of mown hay! Add a few of the fronds to your floral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-perennials-to-use-in-cut-flower-arrangements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebouquets\u003c\/a\u003e to enjoy their scent and greenery!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraceful, Finely-Cut Lacy, Light Green Fresh Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpward Arching Fountain Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScented Like Freshly Mown Grass!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden-Russet Fall Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous Groundcover, Containers, Woodland \u0026amp; Naturalizing Accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy U.S. Native Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/growing-ferns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFerns are easy to maintain\u003c\/a\u003e and incredibly low maintenance, but also disease and pest-free. Hayscented Ferns can handle the densest shade in warmer climates and full sun in cooler areas, these natives are found naturalizing. These are incredibly tolerant, resilient, and adaptable plants that we're sure will make themselves right at home in your landscape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir sun tolerance depends on their access to moisture and your climate - more water and cooler climates mean Hayscented Fern can take more sun! Typically enjoying consistent moisture and humidity for the healthiest plants possible. Doing best in rich humus that is well-drained, Hayscented Fern even tolerates rocky soil as long as it has plenty of organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Nature Hills \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/nature-hills-root-booster\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRoot Booster\u003c\/a\u003e during planting, because the symbiotic ingredients work non-stop over the life of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiving up to 10 years, these are vibrant and tough Ferns. Hardy and disease resistant, pest-free, and stand up to deer and rabbit browse. A generous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elayer of mulch\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. These evergreen Ferns clumps may be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-to-divide-different-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edivided in spring\u003c\/a\u003e, but this is seldom required. Though enjoying to spread, they're easily controlled and cared for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade, Full Sun (in cool growing zones) \u0026amp; Part Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates Poor Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer \u0026amp; Rabbit Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes a plant performs just a bit too well in certain areas. Rest assured, Nature Hills uses \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/plant-sentry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePlant Sentry™\u003c\/a\u003e to track all federal, state, and local regulations on invasive materials. We will always protect you and your community. Plants are an investment in our future. We're happy to offer this special selection for sale in areas where it will work beautifully without any concern. To check your availability, simply type in your Zip Code to find your Hardiness Zone in the section above the Plant Highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy breezy carpets of greenery, Hayscented Ferns add fresh green hues, soothing carpets of fragrance, and native hardiness to your landscape by ordering yours from Nature Hills Nursery today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"American Beauties","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737391755634,"sku":"11999","price":28.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hayscented-fern-dennstaedtia-punctilobula.jpg?v=1775651264"},{"product_id":"lamium-purple-dragon","title":"Purple Dragon Dead Nettle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith pretty variegated foliage and purple flowers, the Lamium Purple Dragon (Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon') is a pretty groundcover with silvery accents that shine in both the sun and moonlight!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are small and silver with a wide green edge. If all you ever had were the leaves, they would still shine in the shade because of their unique coloration! Luckily for you, that's not all you have! Purple Dragon sends up clusters of deep magenta-purple flowers, larger than any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/search\/?q=lamium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eother Lamium\u003c\/a\u003e, blooming in flushes from spring to fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silvery leaves are evergreen in mild winter climates and beautiful to see, especially when smothered in their hooded purple blooms. Growing throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9, Lamium tolerates both chilly winters and hot summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis outstanding selection of Spotted Deadnettle will light up your shady path between your stepping stones with both foliage and flowers. They pair perfectly with the white and yellows of Daisies or the bright colors of Coral Bells. Light up the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-the-coziest-cottage-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCottage\u003c\/a\u003e Garden, mixed perennial border, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/an-easy-plan-to-create-your-own-moon-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMoon Garden\u003c\/a\u003e with its silvery foliage!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Dragon loves to grow and spread with abandon - and quickly! If you need a thrilling filler or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e for either your flower beds or your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/perennial-planters-design-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer plantings\u003c\/a\u003e, this is it. Try using this perennial as an edging in your woodland garden, line pathways, or as a filler on the shady north side of your house. It'll look amazing and attract \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebeneficial pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e to your little slice of heaven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHooded Purple Spires Spring til Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Friendly!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver Covered Leaves With Green Edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFillers \u0026amp; Spillers In Planters \u0026amp; Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Spreading Groundcover \u0026amp; Flowering Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Dragon is such an easy-to-grow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eherbaceous perennial\u003c\/a\u003e. It tolerates dry shade better than most plants once it gets established. It loves to spread but is easy to keep in bounds with a little bit of trimming. It likes to get a good hard mow-down in late winter, too. It comes back beautifully in the spring to thrill you all year. Prune and clean the mounds in the early spring before new growth emerges. Lamium is low-maintenance, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/deer-resistant-plants-for-the-west\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edeer-resistant\u003c\/a\u003e, and adaptable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartial Shade \u0026amp; Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost Any Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Low Moisture Once Established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead For Rebloom \u0026amp; Prune Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer Resistant Perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a spot that needs a good cover, you will be more than happy with Purple Dragon Purple Deadnettle. Order yours at Nature Hills Nursery today, and enjoy them for yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61464614568306,"sku":"23460E","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736910918002,"sku":"21535","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/lamium-purple-dragon.jpg?v=1775653101"},{"product_id":"yew-densiformis","title":"Densiformis Yew","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants become popular for a reason, whether it's because they are easy-care, beautiful, disease-resistant and simply look great anywhere! The Densiformis Yew (Taxus x media 'Densiformis') is popular for ALL of those reasons and then some. Growing 4 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, these are wonderful soft-needled mid-sized shrubs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, fluffy, new growth in early spring gives the shrub bright green needles that continue to mature to a rich, deep green that holds all growing season and into \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/make-your-yard-look-better-in-winter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ethe winter's\u003c\/a\u003e monotonous months. Dress them up as fancy pruned topiary - or dress them down in a rustic or contemporary yard. But for heaven's sake, use them anywhere you need some year-round structure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shrubs even look fantastic when grown in their fluffy, tidy natural beauty! Leaving them to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/best-natural-informal-flowering-hedges\"\u003egrow naturally\u003c\/a\u003e allows you to see the tiny yellowish blossoms the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e love, and later emerging red fruit that encases the seeds your local songbirds adore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Densiformis is back in a big way, but it has moved beyond the foundation planting! In winter, you need this lovely, rich dark green color to act as the \"bones\" of the garden design. These shrubs have been tried and tested along the foundation of houses for decades. Simply put, these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeasy-care\u003c\/a\u003e plants work. Some Yew specimens have been known to grow for thousands of years!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most popular evergreen shrubs today, you will find this beauty in residential foundation plantings, commercial landscapes, and container gardens all over America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider adding a single Yew as a specimen in the corner of your house. In this case, we'd recommend that you don't clip it into shape. Instead, allow it to grow to its natural mature size. It will instantly ground the landscape and add a ruggedly handsome presence. And remember, you don't need a straight row of them, either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's still great to bring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/best-trees-and-shrubs-that-keep-their-leaves-all-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eyear-round color\u003c\/a\u003e in foundation plantings without the worry your shrub will outgrow the space and block windows, but people are also now using them in many other areas in the landscape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensiformis responds beautifully to trimming much like a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/great-shrub-alternatives-for-high-maintenance-favorites\"\u003eBoxwood\u003c\/a\u003e! Japanese Yews like Densiformis make fantastic hedges and are great for adding structure to a garden even creating outdoor rooms. Whether sheared into formal hedges or rounded forms or allowed to grow a bit more naturally, Yews are very easy to care for!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Densiformis as a beautiful backdrop for seasonal displays of perennials or smaller flowering shrubs. Give your design a sense of balance with evergreen Yews in the winter months. Try a curved planting to define the walls of a Garden Room or Meditation Garden. You probably don't want a fortress, but you do need a screen. In this application, Densiformis gives them room to grow naturally. You'll adore the gentle sense of total \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/almost-everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-privacy-trees-and-shrubs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eprivacy\u003c\/a\u003e they bring on your patio, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshaded areas\u003c\/a\u003e, mass plant them as an understory plant and add Azaleas and Rhododendrons in the more shaded areas. Or, you can grow them in complete sun in the rose garden and sunny perennial gardens too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, Dark Green Fluffy Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear Round Color Gives Structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft Year-Round Needles, Tiny Flowers \u0026amp; Red Summer Berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Songbird Friendly Food \u0026amp; Shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-Care Structure, Privacy \u0026amp; Hedging Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensiformis and all other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-yew-shrubs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJapanese Yew selections\u003c\/a\u003e ask only one thing from you - perfectly well-drained soils are a must. If you have any part of your landscape that stays wet a bit longer after rains, then avoid those areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's say you really want to grow a Yew where the soil is too wet, you can simply raise the planting bed by adding some native soil on top of the area to raise the planting area and they will do fine. Either full sun or complete shade and everything in between, and it grows beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only is it a low-maintenance shrub, but Densiformis is tolerant to pollution, rabbits, and slightly saline seashore breezes! Provide regular moisture for new plants, but once established, supplemental moisture keeps your shrubs growing their best during trying times of the year. Evergreens also appreciate \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/winter-watering-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewinter watering\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are the pruning type, then after that first flush of growth, it is time to prune. Usually by about the 4th of July. The natural method would be to just shorten up any elongated stems back into the body of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally grown hedges make a fantastic soft barrier with really little upkeep. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-comprehensive-pruning-guide-for-the-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSheared\u003c\/a\u003e hedges really need one trim a year, best done early in summer, with a later summer nip and tuck of a few errant branches. It is better not to do shearing in the fall but after that first push of growth in spring, instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen growing Densiformis as a hedge, be sure to leave the lowest portion of the plant the widest and keep the tops a bit narrower. When you trim it this way, the plant will stay green right to the ground, which is what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlder plants can be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/the-importance-of-renewal-pruning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003erejuvenated by trimming\u003c\/a\u003e out longer portions of the plant back to a part of the stem that still has needles on it. It can then produce new buds and generate new growth from that point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile Plant Handles Sun \u0026amp; Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust Have Well-Drained Soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppreciates Mulched Beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates Urban Conditions \u0026amp; Some Saline\/Coastal Environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune\/Shear After First Flush of Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're watching a renewed interest in the green foliage of Japanese Yews! People are loving this part shade loving evergreen. Densiformis Yew is an amazing evergreen that should not be left out of any landscape. Versatile, and hard-working, order the Densiformis Yew as a beautiful \"workhorse\" shrub - the bigger, the better - and start innovating with this proven plant today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737542979954,"sku":"16715E","price":42.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Container","offer_id":61471539200370,"sku":"16248","price":74.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/yew-densiformis-taxus-x-media.jpg?v=1775655211"},{"product_id":"hosta-liberty","title":"Liberty Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReceiving rave reviews from experts, the gorgeous Liberty Hosta (Hosta 'Liberty') is a sport of the well-known variety 'Sagae'. It is considered by many to be the finest Hosta ever introduced! This medium-sized Hosta has dark blue-green leaves with a wide golden-yellow margin that fades to creamy white in the summer. It's so captivating to watch water bead up on the waxy textured leaves of Hosta, turning a rainy day into something special!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn late summer, each mounded and the tidy clump is topped with tall spikes (called scapes) of lavender flowers. These showy blooms attract \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and butterflies which will come flocking to the trumpet-shaped flowers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hosta has high slug resistance and is very easy to care for! No wonder it was chosen as the Hosta of the Year in 2012 by the American Hosta Growers Society! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 8 and can grow a 2-foot tall and 3-foot wide fountain of lovely leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiberty is an outstanding specimen plant, covering bare areas of the garden with impressive greenery! Like all Hosta, it is most at home in shady, woodland settings and works well as an accent or edging plant! A colorful row of Liberty Hosta in front of your foundation plantings will give your curb appeal rave reviews among the neighbors! Or, grow a circlet around a specimen plant in your garden to make it stand out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shady \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/create-a-meditation-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAsian and Zen-inspired\u003c\/a\u003e gardens, lending a cool and calming presence to areas for meditation and relaxation. In fact, nearly any garden design looks more peaceful with a few \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary plantings and informal cottage gardens alike will benefit from these large perennials. Borders look divine with long rows of Hosta, and so will \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ethe edges\u003c\/a\u003e along beds, driveways, and shady paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirting trees with these lovely perennials boosts their appearance, and in return, the Hosta will benefit from the generous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e the trees or large shrubs provide. Large shrubs too will look immensely better having their bare stems hidden from view, without the worry about root competition!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge planters and containers around your patio or shaded balcony will benefit from the graceful presence of these impressive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e gardens and your Cottage gardens will get a traditional look with the addition of a few of these colorful perennials! Fringe the bases of hardscapes or ring pergolas or gazebos in lush foliage. For a truly unique spectacle, an en masse planting of Liberty Hosta will highlight woodland edges and shady swaths in lush green and gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGorgeous Green Leaves with Creamy Golden Margins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLush Textured Foliage \u0026amp; Mounding Clump-Forming Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall Lavender Blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Specimen Plant, Great Shade Garden \u0026amp; Edging Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Hosta Society Award-Winner!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e grow in high-filtered or dappled sunlight. This is necessary for clean, healthy growth. The leaves need some morning sun to bring out the best coloration however, the hot afternoon sun will burn the leaves, especially in warmer growing zones. Plant Liberty in any moist, well-drained spot. It grows well in highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best to keep areas around Hostas clear of excess leaf debris, this way you can reduce the presence of slugs and snails. Once frosts arrive, Hosta is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eherbaceous perennial\u003c\/a\u003e that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. Removing the old leaves in early winter will also prevent the spreading of any fungal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA generous layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. Low maintenance and an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeasy care\u003c\/a\u003e perennial, Liberty is one of the most versatile Hosta for landscaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade to Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-Drained Enriched Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme Cold Hardiness \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you learn about the amazing blue-green and golden color that Liberty Hosta has to offer your landscape, we are convinced you will give it rave reviews as well! Be sure to order your own from Nature Hills Nursery today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737075315058,"sku":"15337","price":34.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-liberty.jpg?v=1775652315"},{"product_id":"autumn-frost-hosta","title":"Autumn Frost Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Autumn Frost Hosta (Hosta 'Autumn Frost') is derived from a line of champion Hostas! With unbeatable curb appeal, Autumn Frost is a low-care perennial that is perfect for gardeners of all experience levels! The purple blooms and broad, coarse leaves bring added interest and lush texture to the shade garden without taking up any of your time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA showier version of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/first-frost-hosta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFirst Frost\u003c\/a\u003e, Autumn Frost has leaves that emerge a frosty blue but have extra wide bright yellow margins. These margins lighten to a creamy white during summer. Bell-shaped lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer, rising on scapes 16 inches long! Bees, butterflies and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e will seek out these tubular blooms and you'll love adding a few to your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebouquets\u003c\/a\u003e indoors too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderfully easy-care, vigorous, and low-maintenance, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e are as cold-hardy as they are heat and humidity resistant! Thriving in a wide variety of growing conditions throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great choice for any beginner gardener! They are perfect for shade gardens, mixed with other shade perennials. Use them as a groundcover, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eedging\u003c\/a\u003e, and as underplanting beneath larger trees and shrubs. You will be very pleased with the mounding habit, striking foliage, and easy care of Autumn Frost!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing just 6-12 inches in height when in bloom and spreading nearly 2 feet wide, these big foliage ornamentals look great \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/less-room-more-plants-with-small-space-gardening\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewithout taking up loads of space\u003c\/a\u003e. Their bright bicolor leaves more than makeup for their size with sheer color! Ideal for tubs in the shade around your seating areas, and in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epatio pots\u003c\/a\u003e and covered porches, the big bold leaves look great with tall sender thrillers or as a stand-alone specimen planting!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Frost is one of the most popular for landscape uses! You are going to love seeing these vigorous, fast-growing perennials fill in each spring from bare ground each year! So delightfully easy to grow, you'll want to create an entire \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHosta garden\u003c\/a\u003e to show off the amazing array of Hosta plants that are available at Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide Yellow Margins on Blue-Green Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMargins Fade Throughout Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender Flowers in Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for Cut Flowers \u0026amp; for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinators\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; Hummingbirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade Gardens \u0026amp; Borders, Edging \u0026amp; Along Pathways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-filtered or dappled sunlight or even \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efull shade\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary for clean, healthy growth. The morning sun is best to dry the leaves of dew and will help to intensify the leaf colors, but the hot afternoon sun is usually deadly to these Hostas! These \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eherbaceous perennials\u003c\/a\u003e grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Provide moderate yet consistent moisture throughout the growing season and these appreciate a 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist mulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e to help hold in moisture more consistently and help enrich the soil further. Deadhead after flowers fade, and clean the foliage away from the plant once it dies back in the autumn. Add a layer of mulch over the crown of the plants in the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforms Well in Full Shade to Partial Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnriched Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazingly Easy-Care with Minimal Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Back Late Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Heat Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of frosty beauty all growing season with the Autumn Frost Hosta for your landscape! Be sure to order this most popular Hosta with Landscapers from the experts at Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736707821938,"sku":"21409","price":34.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/autumn-frost-hosta.jpg?v=1775652194"},{"product_id":"hosta-rainforest-sunrise","title":"Rainforest Sunrise Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRainforest Sunrise Hosta (\u003cem\u003eHosta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rainforest Sunrise') brings the lush, layered beauty of a tropical forest floor to your shade garden with foliage that practically glows in low light. The chartreuse to butter-yellow leaves are dramatically framed by wide, dark green margins that intensify the color contrast and make each leaf look hand-painted. This medium-sized hosta creates a luminous focal point that lights up shadowy corners and woodland edges where most plants fade into the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eStandout Foliage That Evolves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe leaves emerge in spring as bright chartreuse mounds that catch your eye from across the garden. As the season progresses, the centers deepen to a rich golden-yellow while the margins stay boldly dark green, creating dimension and visual interest. The foliage has a slightly rippled texture with prominent veining that adds depth to each leaf. Unlike thin-leaved hostas that attract every slug in the neighborhood, Rainforest Sunrise has substantial, thick leaves that resist slug damage and hold up beautifully through summer storms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSummer Flowers and Wildlife Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn early to mid-summer, tall scapes rise 18-24 inches above the foliage, bearing tubular lavender flowers that attract hummingbirds and native bees. The blooms provide a soft vertical accent without overwhelming the spectacular foliage display. Many gardeners leave the flower stalks in place to enjoy the wildlife activity, while others prefer to remove them and keep the focus on the bold leaves below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis hosta works beautifully as a specimen plant where its brilliant coloring can take center stage, or mass several together for a river of light flowing through a shade border. The compact, symmetrical habit makes it perfect for containers on shaded patios or as an edging plant along woodland paths. Pair it with darker-leaved companions like Heuchera 'Obsidian' or ferns to make the chartreuse color pop even more dramatically. It's also exceptional in combination with spring bulbs, since the emerging hosta foliage hides fading bulb foliage naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eEasy Care Shade Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRainforest Sunrise delivers months of vibrant color with minimal maintenance. The thick leaves naturally resist pests, and the plant tolerates a range of soil conditions as long as moisture stays consistent. It spreads slowly to form a substantial clump over time but never becomes invasive. This is a low-fuss, high-impact perennial that performs reliably year after year, asking little more than good soil, regular moisture, and protection from harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plants That Work","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61540725883250,"sku":"23665E","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736811598194,"sku":"20102","price":35.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-rainforest-sunrise.jpg?v=1775652340"},{"product_id":"hosta-blue-angel","title":"Blue Angel Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hosta Blue Angel (Hosta 'Blue Angel') has huge, heart-shaped blue-grey foliage! The cool, soothing foliage adds relaxing hues and a unique presence throughout the shade garden. The deeply veined, heavily textured leaves are waxy and have a curious way of allowing water to bead up on the surface!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blue-grey perennial is a standout in any garden area. With unbeatable curb appeal, Blue Angel is eye-catching and appealing with its great foliage and beautiful creamy-lavender flowers that create a distinct contrast. With so many varieties, in a wide range of colors, shapes and sizes, it will be easy for you to get hooked on Hostas! Start your own \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecollection\u003c\/a\u003e and create a specimen planting with these fantastic plants!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll also enjoy tall stems producing creamy white to pale lavender-colored flowers! The blooms of this fast-growing 3' Hosta arrive in mid-summer. These showy blooms attract \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and butterflies which will come flocking to the trumpet-shaped flowers! Hostas are not only known for their flowers but for their colorful foliage as well! Also known as Plantain Lily, this is one of the largest Blue Hosta and is a great choice for any beginner gardener!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Angel will add color and texture to any shady area of your garden! An outstanding specimen plant, covering a 3-4 foot wide area of the garden with amazingly impressive leaves! Like all Hosta, it is most at home in shady, woodland settings and works well as an accent or edging plant, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shady Asian and Zen-inspired gardens, blue-leaved Hostas lend a cool and calming presence to areas for meditation and relaxation. In fact, nearly any garden design looks more peaceful with a few Hosta! Contemporary plantings and informal cottage gardens alike benefit from these large perennials and other shade-loving plants. Borders look divine with long rows of Hosta skirting and tidying up their edges. So will your driveway and walkways, and shady paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirting trees with these lovely perennials will equally benefit from the generous shade the trees provide. Large shrubs too will look immensely better having their bare stems hidden from view without the worry about roots interfering with each other!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge planters and containers in the dappled \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e around your patio or even a shaded balcony will benefit from the graceful presence of these impressive plants. The cool coloration and eye-catching growth will decorate garden rooms with sculptural decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e gardens and your Cottage gardens will get a traditional look with the addition of a few of these curious perennials! Fringe shady hardscapes and ring pergola or gazebos in cool, calming foliage and add that finishing touch to the front of your foundation plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis low-care perennial is ideal for shady planters, tubs, and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. These are also amazing for balcony and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer\u003c\/a\u003e gardeners who don't have much space and still want these lovely perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Heart-Shaped Blue-Grey Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy-White\/Nearly Lavender Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Planters \u0026amp; Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Perennial for Beginner Gardeners \u0026amp; Fantastic Shade Garden Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Angel's big blue-green leaves emerge in early spring and burst out of the ground, ready to sparkle in the morning sun! Hardy in USDA growing zones 3 through 9 are very cold hardy perennials. Highly filtered or dappled sunlight is necessary for lush, healthy growth. The morning sun is tolerable and helps to intensify the leaf colors, but the hot afternoon sun is usually deadly to Hostas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly resistant to heat and humidity long as they're given adequate shade and moisture, especially throughout the hottest part of the growing season. Tolerant of dry shade once established, these become incredibly resilient \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e grow best in moist, well-drained soils that are highly organic. Preferring a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow maintenance and easy care\u003c\/a\u003e, there's not much work for you! Once frosts arrive, Hosta is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. Be sure to remove dead leaf matter from the area to prevent the spread of fungal issues and deter slugs. But it has excellent slug resistance and no disease issues!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates Part Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Slug \u0026amp; Snail Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Cold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Angel Hosta provides bright color in shade with its wonderful foliage for so many applications in the landscape! You'll want to pick up a few to complete your next project, so order at NatureHills.com today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736897745266,"sku":"10347","price":34.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-blue-angel.jpg?v=1775652201"},{"product_id":"hosta-waterslide","title":"Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake the most of your secluded, shady landscapes with the beautiful mystery of the Proven Winners® Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta (Hosta SHADOWLAND® 'Waterslide'). Glaucous blue leaves seem to shimmer in the shade! Blue-gray Waterslide Hosta features heavy, wavy, ruffled edges that grab your attention. The effect looks like rushing water in your shade garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch as they grow into a wide-spreading, low-growing decoration for an easy-maintenance shade garden. You'll appreciate their ripple-edged, cool blue tones all season long. The summer flowers are a nice perk and attract hummingbirds and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinators\u003c\/a\u003e. Held above the beautiful foliage on tall spires, the lavender bells become a charming feature in your mid-summer garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRest and relax with their help, because Hostas don't ask for much in return! Count on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeasy-care\u003c\/a\u003e Hosta whether you are just getting started as a gardener, in full swing with a busy lifestyle, or are downsizing into a smaller space after many years. Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9, these low-growing and wide-spreading perennials reach 14 inches in height and about 3 feet wide!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter if you own or rent, you can amplify the beauty of any shady spots in your space. Maybe a corner of your balcony stays dim all day. Or perhaps you are the proud owner of mature trees. Grow them in the ground, or in large outdoor \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer\u003c\/a\u003e. Just don't miss out on the tremendous splash of visual interest brought by Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a tiny plot or only have room for a single container, use a single species planting of multiple Waterslide Hosta. You'll love the blue wave delivered by these showy foliage plants. Use groupings in at least three, if you can, or run them in a long ribbon of incredible color and texture along the edge of your planting bed. Space them 30 inches apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next and enjoy their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a new planting bed underneath mature evergreens. It needn't be terribly wide, a mere narrow strip will suit. For a fun look, place a larger gold Hosta variety in the back of Waterslide. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e are eminently collectible, after all. Nature Hills offers so many gorgeous varieties. Mix and match to create a dynamic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e garden for very little effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to make a larger feature, add Waterslide along with shade-loving native shrubs like Henry's Sweetspire and Mount Airy Fothergilla. Plant them in the shade of Limelight Hydrangea, or Red Twigged Dogwood. This sophisticated choice looks great in foundation plantings, as well. Let them fill in any bare spaces with easy blue grace and ruffled charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpectacular, Powdery Blue-Toned Foliage \u0026amp; Feature Ruffled Edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant Lavender Flowers Held on Tall Spires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads to Become Showy, Low Mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnchanting in Containers, Beds, Borders \u0026amp; Specimen Plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta no more than four hours of direct sunlight a day. It performs best in full shade to partial shade. Apply a medium amount of water on a consistent basis, especially in times of drought. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMulch over the root system\u003c\/a\u003e to keep it cool and damp; but be sure to pull the mulch back away from the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the summer flowers fade, simply cut the spires back to maintain a manicured look in your landscape. Dip your shears into the canopy of leaves for a professional job. As the season wears on, allow the frost to kill back the foliage. Then, rake or prune away the dry, brown foliage at the end of the season. Please be patient next spring, as these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e can be a bit slow to wake up for the new season. You'll be thrilled to see the new shoots emerge from the crown! Divide every 3-5 years to maintain the plant's vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSo Useful in Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidely Adaptable - Any Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Slug \u0026amp; Snail Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Easy Care, Cold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a steely blue, textural accent for your shade garden with Proven Winners® Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta. Order today! Order from our expert growers today! We highly recommend you order enough to complete your entire project, as these popular plants are at risk of selling out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736906002802,"sku":"21796","price":34.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-waterslide.jpg?v=1775652344"},{"product_id":"hosta-paul-s-glory","title":"Paul's Glory Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul's Glory Hosta (Hosta 'Paul's Glory') is a low-care perennial and is one of the most popular landscape plants around. The large, heart-shaped, pointed leaves are brilliant gold with a wide blue-green edge! The pale-lavender flowers of this fast-growing Hosta appear in early summer on 2-foot tall scapes, providing bright color in the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paul's Glory was Hosta of the Year in 1999. A great choice for any beginner gardener! Hosta experts believe that Paul's Glory is one of the best gold Hostas available! Its tolerance ranges from sub-zero in the north to the heat of the Southern states. Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9 and grows can reach 20-25 inches in height when in bloom and 36-48 inches in width, forming a wide fountain!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Plantain Lily, with so many varieties, in a wide range of colors, shapes, and sizes, it will be easy for you to get hooked on Hostas! Start your own \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecollection\u003c\/a\u003e and create a specimen planting with these fantastic plants!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for shady positions in small courtyards to large landscapes en masse, these urban condition-tolerant perennials are highly adaptable to any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshaded\u003c\/a\u003e area you want their brilliance to shine! Not just shade gardens, but under the canopy of larger trees and shrubs are also ideal locations for these bright shade-loving perennials! Like all Hosta, it is most at home in shady, woodland settings and works well as an accent or edging plant, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge leafy specimens and fillers, Paul's Glory lends itself well to shady tubs and patio pots! Place around shaded patios and porches, and under covered seating areas and awnings! Contemporary plantings and informal cottage gardens alike benefit from these large perennials and other shade-loving plants. Borders look divine with long rows of Hosta skirting and tidying up their edges. So will your driveway and walkways, and shady paths. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e gardens and your Cottage gardens will get a traditional look with the addition of a few of these curious perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant Golden Green Leaves With Bright Green Edging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Fountains of Brilliant Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale-Lavender Trumpet-Shaped Blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Cut Flowers \u0026amp; Container Plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdging, Facer Plants, Beds \u0026amp; Borders, Specimens \u0026amp; Shade Gardens!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Paul's Glory in an area that receives the right amount of light. The leaves need some morning sun to bring out the best coloration. Too much sun will burn the leaves. Paul's Glory is at home in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5 with regular moisture access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best to keep areas around Hostas clear of excess leaf debris to reduce the presence of slugs and snails. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow maintenance and easy care\u003c\/a\u003e, there's not much work for you! Once frosts arrive, Hosta is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. Be sure to remove dead leaf matter from the area to prevent the spread of fungal issues and deter slugs. But it has excellent slug resistance and no disease issues! Divide your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates Part Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Slug \u0026amp; Snail Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Cold, Heat \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your own Paul's Glory Hosta for your shade gardens today at Nature Hills and be sure to pick up enough to fill your landscapes with these bright ornamental perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736916980082,"sku":"10577","price":32.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-paul-s-glory.jpg?v=1775652327"},{"product_id":"primo-black-pearl-coral-bells","title":"Primo® Black Pearl Coral Bells","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to add a color that is not normally seen in gardens? Want to have your neighbors talking about your landscape designs? This just might be the stunning plant you have been looking for! Introducing the Primo® Black Pearl Coral Bells (Heuchera x 'Black Pearl') as one of the best black foliage plants available to you today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo ahead and take your gardening to a new height with this hardy new colorful groundcover foliage plant. Very attractive mound-forming with dense jet-black leaves that spray out flat so you can appreciate the stunning color. The tiny, dainty bells attract a host of butterflies, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e, and beneficial \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/flower-gardens-bring-butterflies-and-beneficial-insects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003einsects\u003c\/a\u003e for several weeks! Even the bell-shaped flowers are a durable, delicate addition to floral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-perennials-to-use-in-cut-flower-arrangements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebouquets\u003c\/a\u003e when combined with larger, more common summer blooms! However, the flowers are just a side attraction!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimo® Black Pearl is one of the top choices for containers and small-space gardening. With a size of 18 - 24 inches tall when in bloom and 18 - 20 inches wide, they are perfect for many areas in your landscape. Of course, they show off their best color in the sun and love heat and humidity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix and match this jet black plant with other color Coral Bells plants! This list can go on and on with what you can use to add a dramatic flare to your landscaping! You just can't go wrong with this stunning Coral Bell. Excelling in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer gardens\u003c\/a\u003e where the hot-colored leaves can be kept close. That pop of color will draw the eye and enliven any planter! Pair it with cool-colored \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e Hostas, pastel Lenten Roses, and multi-colored Astilbes for a tapestry of colors and forms. Or just mix it up with other vibrantly colored Heuchera!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Primo® Black to your white, blue, red, or yellow containers for that extra WOW for your patio. You won't be able to take your eyes off this beauty! A vivid \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/less-room-more-plants-with-small-space-gardening\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003espace-saving\u003c\/a\u003e border plant and a beacon in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-life-gives-you-rocks-create-a-rock-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock Garden\u003c\/a\u003e, you can probably imagine this brilliant color planted en masse to fill in large areas in both residential and commercial applications! Perfect for both city and country locations and formal or informal use, Heuchera always fits right in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning Jet Black Scalloped Leaves \u0026amp; Rosy Purple Undersides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid-Summer Blooms of White Attractive Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoved Dearly by Beneficial Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat in Containers \u0026amp; Cut Flower Bouquets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShady Gardens, Fantastic Edging \u0026amp; Accents \u0026amp; Supreme Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdds immense color to those part-shade garden areas and is positively radiant in the full sun! Forming a hardy, resistant rosette that slowly spreads in a compact manner all growing season! Black Pearl is easy-care to for, preferring humus-rich, well-drained soil, that has consistent moisture. Once established however these are partially drought tolerant, heat resistant, and shrug off high humidity! Deer and rabbit resistant, so you won't need to worry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a herbaceous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/a\u003e, Heuchera dies back to the ground in cold winters, though in warmer zones, can remain semi-fully evergreen year-round! Add a 3-4 inch thick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elayer of mulch\u003c\/a\u003e around the base of your plant. Remove any dead leaves each late winter or early spring to prevent fungal issues. Other than that, Heuchera are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e! Every few years, divide your clumps while dormant in the fall to maintain the clump's vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdores Sun or Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to a Variety of Well-Drained Soils \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbaceous Perennial - Evergreen in Warm Climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to Maintain \u0026amp; Urban Environment Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrugs Off Heat \u0026amp; Humidity, Deer Seldom Bother It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowdery Mildew Resistat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow is the time to add this one-of-a-kind, jet-black Coral Bell to your landscape for that amazing new look in design! Be sure to purchase this stunning Proven Winners® Primo® Black Pearl Coral Bells plant from our experts at Nature Hills today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61478898401650,"sku":"23521E","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736925892978,"sku":"20903","price":42.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/primo-black-pearl-coral-bells-heuchera-x.jpg?v=1775651967"},{"product_id":"krossa-regal-hosta","title":"Krossa Regal Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiant presence and cool hues, Krossa Regal Hosta (Hosta x 'Krossa Regal') is a standout addition! Huge grey-greenish-blue leaves grow upright and vase-shaped, standing tall among the shade and dappled sun! They'll perform beautifully, although they will take some time to develop into their full glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer brings trumpet-shaped pale lavender flowers borne on 5-foot tall flower scapes! Easily adding height, drama, and pollinators and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e to your garden! The smooth, glaucous, and evenly veined foliage is soothing and handsome anywhere!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry the leaves and flowers in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecut flower arrangements\u003c\/a\u003e as a spectacular filler. Even a single leaf makes an elegant statement on a modern tablescape. Very versatile and cold-hardy throughout USDA growing zones from 3 up to hot and humid zones 8. These are easy to grow for even the most novice gardener!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpressively sized and shaped Krossa Regal creates amazing specimens and focal points! Plant in your favorite urn or highlight it in a bermed planting to raise it higher! Or, plant a specimen in a large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer\u003c\/a\u003e to baby on your balcony. Use as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e between larger shade plants, as edging along garden edges, and as skirting around larger shrubs and trees where Hosta can bask in their shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccent any structure, seating area, or a sculptural curved row or skirting of these hefty plants around the base. Pair Hosta with Hardy Ferns, Astilbe, Bleeding Hearts, and Heucheras. Choose your favorites from our vast collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e perennials and turn a dreary corner into a fabulous feature. Hostas require little care in shady positions, in the ground, in large planters, or in covered patio pots. This popular landscape plant is a great choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, and shaded Moon Gardens gain the benefit of this silvery foliage ornamental. Plant in perennial beds and mixed gardens so the foliage really stands out! Groupings and rows of these sturdy leaves define edges. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e gardens and wilderness plantings, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e like these light up your Perennial gardens, shaded pathways, and border gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpright Vase Shaped Giant Hosta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrosty Blue-Green-Grey Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad Spreading Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale Lavender Flower Scapes - Borne On 5 Foot Stems!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Focal Points \u0026amp; Specimens, Beds \u0026amp; Borders \u0026amp; Shady Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/keep-your-hosta-collection-healthy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeasy-to-care-for\u003c\/a\u003e herbaceous perennials that do best in part sun, Krossa Regal Hostas prefers afternoon shade to full shade in hotter climates. Moist to average soil that doesn't dry out for long is preferable. Tolerant of any soil type, just be sure it's well-drained. Juglone, pollution and salt-tolerant, Krossa is also deer and rabbit resistant! Preferring a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. The thick leaves resist slug damage quite well, just be sure to remove debris each winter to deter slugs and other pests from having a place to hide. Remove all foliage in the fall after the frost has killed back the tops. Divide the mounds every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade \u0026amp; Part Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidely Adaptable - Any Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Slug \u0026amp; Snail Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Vigorous Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith impressive size and cool color, the Krossa Regal Hosta will amaze you with its texture, size, and unique silvery sheen! Call Nature Hills today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736955122034,"sku":"10574","price":28.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/krossa-regal-hosta.jpg?v=1775652308"},{"product_id":"astilbe-visions-in-red","title":"Vision in Red Astilbe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a showy standout in your shaded landscape? Gain bold color and summer-long texture with Vision in Red Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red')! Starting in late spring, a tall, multi-branched stem lined with many tiny, deep-red buds rises high above the dark green, fine-textured foliage clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll watch in amazement as the many red flowers open into a glorious, red-purple plume. These magnificent, feathery plumes will be the star of your garden design for weeks! Snip the plumes for indoor cut flower arrangements. You can bundle them and hang them upside down to dry for long-lasting dried arrangements, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave a few outdoors because they will attract plenty of beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds to sip at the nectar-rich blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the elegant flower plumes, Astilbe is widely admired for its attractive foliage. This variety features a lovely bronze overcast. The deep, dark lacy foliage adds a ferny texture to garden beds long after the blooms have faded. Vision in Red Astilbe truly makes a substantial contribution to those shady parts of your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might hear these plants called \"False Spirea\". Luckily, deer and rabbits don't prefer the taste. It's generally pest-free and disease-resistant! Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 8, these are incredibly cold-tolerant and heat-resistant perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVision in Red offers a striking color contrast to the typical cool green tones. Rely on their ornamental impact to decorate your shaded border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith so many Astilbe to choose from, you might be tempted to start a colorful collection! Vision in Red variety starts the flowering display early in the season. Add later-blooming colors like Delft Pink to overlap and extend the flower show!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo big with this bold perennial. Planted a massed drift running along the length of your shady border. You'll create a very natural look if you avoid straight lines or even spacing. Let your planting \"flow\" in sinuous curves. Vary the spacing from 15 - 24 inches apart on center. You'll measure from the center of one to the center of the next. Move from a single plant on either end of the drift to using 2, 3, or even 4 plants deep at the widest point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerk up the look of mature evergreen trees by creating a narrow raised bed on the east or west side. Plant a staggered double row of Vision in Red Astilbe all along the bed 18 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderplant your flowering deciduous trees with Vision in Red Astilbe. Include spring-blooming bulbs in that garden bed, as well. The luxuriant new growth will hide the yellowing foliage of the spent Daffodils, Tulips, and Hyacinths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want an early seasonal display, try these as a \"Thriller\" in large exterior containers. The frilly, fluffy flowers tower above the rest of the plants. As the blooms fade, change them out and plant in your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely on these long-lived, ornamental perennials as a staple in your shade garden. You'll adore the big boost of color of this easy garden feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate your own shaded paradise, complete with a hammock and outdoor table for your pitcher of iced tea. While away a lazy afternoon in your space, and feel your cares slip from your shoulders!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, Dense, Purplish Red Plumes in Late Spring \u0026amp; Early Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathery Blooms Remain Showy for Weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLacy, Bronze-Green Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care Perennial for Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGorgeous Cut Flower \u0026amp; Dried Arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorders \u0026amp; Edging, Massing \u0026amp; Container Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstilbe performs best in well-drained soils that stay a bit moist and have a high percentage of organic matter. Imagine a humusy forest floor as a perfect example of where these plants will thrive. Don't let them dry out! They are durable and can handle dappled sunlight, from partial shade to full shade as long as they receive enough moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen planting, include a handful or two of compost, peat moss, or leaf mold. They'll appreciate Nature Hills Root Booster at planting time, as a symbiotic beneficial soil additive, which supports the transfer of water and nutrients for the whole life of your plant. Use a 3-inch layer of mulch over their root systems to keep them nice and cool. Plan to provide supplemental water on a regular basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize with a phosphorus-rich, slow-release formula for flowering plants in very early spring. Apply according to the directions. Leave the old foliage standing over winter as protection from winter damage. These cold-hardy plants should do just fine, but why take a chance? Wait until spring to cut back the old foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Sun \u0026amp; Partial Sun\/Shade Locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganically-Rich Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent Moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care, Cold Hardy \u0026amp; Widely Adaptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer \u0026amp; Rabbit Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the brilliant color and welcome texture of Vision in Red Astilbe. They'll put on a wonderful display for you. Shady doesn't need to translate into a uniform display of green, either. Add a splash of gorgeous color with Vision in Red Astilbe. Order yours today at NatureHills.com!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61461661745522,"sku":"22974E","price":26.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736961380722,"sku":"12573","price":31.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/astilbe-visions-in-red.jpg?v=1775618197"},{"product_id":"fringed-bleeding-heart","title":"Fringed Bleeding Heart","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade-Loving Native Perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fringed Bleeding Heart (\u003cem\u003eDicentra eximia\u003c\/em\u003e) is a charming\u003cstrong\u003e native wildflower \u003c\/strong\u003eprized for its finely divided, fern-like foliage and romantic pink, dangling, heart-shaped blooms. Blooming in waves from \u003cstrong\u003emid-spring through fall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this long-blooming perennial is \u003cstrong\u003emore heat-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e than its common cousin (\u003cem\u003eDicentra spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e) and \u003cstrong\u003ethrives in partial to full shade\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clump-forming perennial grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide with a tidy mounded shape. Its \u003cstrong\u003esoft green, lacy foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e adds texture and lightness beneath the arching flower stems. Clusters of rosy pink, pendant-shaped flowers rise above the leaves in succession, attracting \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/top-5-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/five-types-of-early-blooming-native-pollinator-plants\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eearly pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e. As a bonus, the foliage often stays lush all summer without going dormant like other bleeding hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/5-incredible-native-plants-to-the-northeastern-usa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNative to the Appalachian Mountains of the Eastern U.S.\u003c\/a\u003e, Fringed Bleeding Heart has long been admired for its delicate appearance and exceptional garden performance. Used by Indigenous groups for medicinal purposes, the Fringed Bleeding Heart is closely related to other \u003cem\u003eDicentra\u003c\/em\u003e species like the classic \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/products\/bleeding-heart-specatabilis\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOld-Fashioned Bleeding Heart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eNative woodland perennial with fern-like foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePink to pinkish-lavender heart-shaped blooms from spring to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eAttracts hummingbirds and pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eDeer and rabbit resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eNon-toxic and shade-loving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fringed Bleeding Heart grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide, ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ewoodland and \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/made-in-the-shade-perennials-for-full-shade\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eshaded gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Deer-resistant and pollinator-friendly, its delicate yet tough nature makes it a must-have in understory gardens, shady borders, and native landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eShade borders or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/woodland-garden-plants-for-shade-serenity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewoodland edges\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eUnderplanting for shrubs and trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eNative and pollinator gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eShady rock gardens or slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eContainers in shaded patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis herbaceous perennial is low-maintenance and thrives in shady, woodland-like conditions. It's well-suited to \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 3 through 9\u003c\/strong\u003e and adapts well to shady spots with cool, moist, well-drained soils. It may experience \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/unraveling-the-mystery-of-summer-dormancy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esummer dormancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in sunnier locations and heatwaves, so learn how to support these tender perennials when they shrink from the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring or early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Partial shade to full shade; protect from hot afternoon sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil; avoid heavy clay and waterlogged sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep evenly moist; use the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fwbc7SHDHBo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinger Test\u003c\/a\u003e to check soil moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArborist Mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3-4 inch layer of mulch\u003c\/a\u003e to conserve moisture and cool roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Compost in spring or a balanced slow-release fertilizer; avoid high-nitrogen formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Info\u003c\/strong\u003e: Remove spent blooms for a neater appearance; trim foliage if it declines in summer or in the fall after frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivision Info\u003c\/strong\u003e: Divide every 3-5 years in early spring or fall to rejuvenate and multiply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenewal Pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Not needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Perks\/Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003eHandles humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003eCold-hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003eLong bloom time,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\"\u003eNo summer dormancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Heartfelt Favorite For Shade Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd some woodland magic with the graceful blooms and feathery foliage of Fringed Bleeding Heart. It delivers color, texture, and pollinator action all season long without fuss. Order your Fringed Bleeding Heart and start enjoying low-light beauty and hummingbird visits today from naturehills.com!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Beauties","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736967901554,"sku":"20334","price":38.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/FringedBleedingHeart.jpg?v=1766186646"},{"product_id":"prairie-skies-hosta","title":"Prairie Sky Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool, calm, and showy color all season long, Prairie Sky Hosta (Hosta x 'Prairie Sky') is a standout addition! Large, rounded, powdery blue, lightly cupped leaves have a slightly corrugated texture and unearthly color among the cool shade!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese lovely glaucous leaves stand out in the dappled shade and understory of large trees and seem to accent dark-leafed shrubs and flowers wonderfully! By mid-summer, trumpet-shaped, pale lavender flower scapes add height, drama, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e to the garden while the glaucous foliage is soothing and charismatic everywhere!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy to cold, heat, and humidity throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9, Prairie Sky grows to around 15 inches in height and spread nearly 3 feet wide with silvery splendor! Remarkably easy to grow, even the most \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enovice or busiest\u003c\/a\u003e of gardeners can find success with these low-maintenance perennial ornamentals!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calming effect of Prairie Sky creates an amazing specimen or focal point! Mix with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eother Hosta\u003c\/a\u003e leaf colors, create a cool background structure, or highlight shrubs and trees with this unique coloration! Pairing wonderfully with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-types\/full-shade-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade-loving plants\u003c\/a\u003e like the finely-textured Fern or Astilbe, the cool blue hue goes great with the vivid colors of Coral Bells too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccent any structure, seating area, or sculptural with a curved row or skirting of these hefty plants around the base. Loving the shade that larger trees and shrubs create, a skirt or ring of Hosta around their bases adds a finishing touch to your plantings while hiding their bare leggy lower stems as lush \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efacer plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShade gardens, perennial beds, or walkways look amazing with these edging plants and their frosty leaves. Highlight a shaded pathway, or line a shaded drive with easy care and easy-going perennials that look great all growing season! You'll call \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebutterflies\u003c\/a\u003e and hummingbirds to your garden and even accent larger planters and tubs around your covered porches and decks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder Blue Leaves \u0026amp; Corrugated Heart-Shape!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender Trumpet-Shaped Blooms on Tall Slender Scapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounding Rounded Form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators Galore!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdging, Shade Gardens, Beds \u0026amp; Borders \u0026amp; Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosta are hardy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e in USDA growing zones 3 through 9 are very cold hardy perennials. Highly filtered or dappled sunlight is necessary for lush, healthy growth. The morning sun is tolerable and helps to intensify the leaf colors, but the hot afternoon sun is usually deadly to Hostas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly resistant to heat and humidity long as they're given adequate shade and moisture, especially throughout the hottest part of the growing season. Tolerant of dry shade once established, these become incredibly resilient! \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e grow best in moist, well-drained soils that are highly organic. Preferring a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow maintenance and easy care\u003c\/a\u003e, there's not much work for you! Once frosts arrive, Hosta is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. Be sure to remove dead leaf matter from the area to prevent the spread of fungal issues and deter slugs. But it has excellent slug resistance and no disease issues!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade \u0026amp; Part Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Slug \u0026amp; Snail Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Cold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant \u0026amp; Easy Care \u0026amp; Vigorous Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounded and unearthly powdered blue, The gorgeous cool color of Prairie Sky Hosta creates some garden moody blues! Call Nature Hills today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736975044978,"sku":"18399","price":36.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/prairie-skies-hosta.jpg?v=1775652332"},{"product_id":"bleeding-heart-luxuriant","title":"Luxuriant Bleeding Heart","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"nhProductHeader\"\u003eLuxuriant Garden Fringe \u0026amp; Hearts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLove at first bloom\u003c\/strong\u003e is exactly what gardeners feel when they meet the \u003cstrong\u003eLuxuriant Bleeding Heart\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eDicentra 'Luxuriant'\u003c\/em\u003e). This shade-loving perennial shines with bright pink heart-shaped flowers,\u003cstrong\u003e fern-like gray-green\u003c\/strong\u003e foliage, a \u003cstrong\u003elong bloom period\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a sweet woodland charm that lights up cool, moist garden corners. The flowers are fragrant in a light, fresh woodland way, and its extended bloom season makes this Bleeding Heart plant a favorite for pollinator lovers and shade gardeners looking for \u003cstrong\u003edependable, showy color\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid is a \u003cstrong\u003erefined selection\u003c\/strong\u003e of the classic old-fashioned Bleeding Heart, offering deeply dissected gray-green foliage, stronger vigor, and a much longer flowering window. The airy stems hold the blooms above the foliage so the hearts appear to float, giving every planting that magical Ma Nature wink. Its mound-forming habit and lacy texture pair beautifully with shade perennials like Astilbe, Hosta, and Solomon's Seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from woodland relatives across North America and Asia, Dicentra has long symbolized \u003cstrong\u003ecompassion, love, and heartfelt emotion\u003c\/strong\u003e. Part of the Poppy family, this romantic perennial earns its reputation as one of the most treasured flowers in cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/woodland-garden-plants-for-shade-serenity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewoodland gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nhProductBullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink heart-shaped flowers with two decorative spurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, fern-like gray-green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong bloom period\u003c\/strong\u003e in cool, shaded gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact hybrid with refined, dissected foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in moist, organic, woodland-style soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect companion for Astilbe, Hosta, Ferns, and Solomon's Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Luxuriant Bleeding Heart anywhere you want \u003cstrong\u003elong-lasting pops of pink\u003c\/strong\u003e in shady beds. Its compact size makes it ideal for borders, woodland paths, and layered plantings with other \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/made-in-the-shade-perennials-for-full-shade\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eshade perennials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nhProductBullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e and naturalized shade beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder fronts and shady foundation plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/create-the-perfect-mixed-perennial-garden\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMixed perennial shade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e needing texture and romance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompanion plant to Hosta, Astilbe, Ferns, and Solomon's Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator-friendly planting designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShady walkway or patio edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy in USDA growing zones 3 to 9, this herbaceous perennial (learn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/planting-perennials\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting perennials\u003c\/a\u003e) thrives in cool, moist, shaded conditions and loves \u003cstrong\u003ehumus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep it consistently moist during establishment, and it will reward you with \u003cstrong\u003emonths of blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nhProductBullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring or fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade; prefers morning sun and afternoon shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, organic soil; dislikes heavy clay and poor drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist; use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fwbc7SHDHBo\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinger Test\u003c\/a\u003e; new plants need regular moisture their first year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArborist Mulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply 3 to 4 inches of mulch (learn why: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow and why to mulch\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use compost or a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back foliage when it goes dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide every few years in spring or fall to maintain vigor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Perks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pollinator-friendly, shade-tolerant, cold-hardy, deer-resistant, low-maintenance once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay go dormant in the summer heat and sunnier locations. Read about supporting perennials through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/unraveling-the-mystery-of-summer-dormancy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esummer dormancy here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/bleeding-hearts-the-romantic-legends-of-the-garden\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead more care info here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Don’t forget to order \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/products\/nature-hills-root-booster\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNature Hills Root Booster\u003c\/a\u003e for long-term mycorrhizal benefits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Heartfelt Shade Garden Star\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your garden needs a plant that \u003cstrong\u003eblooms its heart out\u003c\/strong\u003e in the shade, Luxuriant Bleeding Heart is ready to steal the show. Its long flowering season, graceful texture, and romantic pink blooms make it an unforgettable choice for gardeners of every generation. Order your Luxuriant Bleeding Heart today from Nature Hills and enjoy premium quality plants delivered right to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy\u003cstrong\u003e Luxuriant Bleeding Heart at Nature Hills\u003c\/strong\u003e for long-lasting pink blooms, fern-like foliage, and shade-loving color. Ships to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60736995262834,"sku":"10332","price":36.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/bleeding-heart-luxuriant-dicentra-hybrid.jpg?v=1775651335"},{"product_id":"hosta-great-expectations","title":"Great Expectations Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture, color, and form, Expect great things from this exceptional Hosta! This is a superlative choice to grace your shaded glens and add bright visual interest underneath mature trees. Garden designers count on standout selections to play the starring role to delight their clients. Great Expectations Hosta (Hosta sieboldiana 'Great Expectations') has earned a reputation as a major player!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow their lead by including one or several in your special Hosta collection. They'll perform beautifully, although they will take some time to develop into their full glory. Great Expectations adds a bold look with exquisite, heart-shaped leaves that are both puckered and held stiffly. These thick leaves are held erect and generate a sense of anticipation when garden visitors view them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis showy promise is realized with the unique foliage coloration. Each leaf is a performance, with a set stage of creamy-gold centers that lighten to white with sunlight; and broadly irregular margins. Try the leaves in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecut flower arrangements\u003c\/a\u003e as a spectacular filler. Even a single leaf makes an elegant statement on a modern tablescape. Bell-shaped, fragrant white flowers add a midsummer decorator touch...along with butterflies and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e. They are held high on long, slender scapes that can reach two feet in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant a grouping of Great Expectations Hosta to enliven woodland settings. Or, plant a specimen in a large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer\u003c\/a\u003e to baby on your balcony. Ensure Great Expectations Hosta is grown in an area that receives low light. The leaves do well with some morning sun to bring out the rich colors...but too much sun will burn the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair Great Expectations Hosta with Hardy Ferns, Astilbe, Bleeding Hearts, and Heucheras. Choose your favorites from our vast collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e perennials and turn a dreary corner into a fabulous feature. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e require little care in shady positions, in the ground, in large planters, or in covered patio pots. This popular landscape plant is a great choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e gardens and wilderness plantings, Great Expectations lights up your Perennial gardens, shaded pathways, and border gardens. Use as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e between larger shade plants, as edging along garden edges, and as skirting around larger shrubs and trees where Hosta can bask in their shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpectacular, Powdery Blue-Toned Foliage \u0026amp; Feature Ruffled Edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant Lavender Flowers Held on Tall Spires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads to Become Showy, Low Mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnchanting in Containers, Beds, Borders \u0026amp; Specimen Plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThriving in full shade in hot climates and partial shade in other growing zones, these leaves can burn in full sun settings. Highly resistant to heat and humidity long as they're given adequate shade and moisture, especially throughout the hottest part of the growing season. Tolerant of dry shade once established, these become incredibly resilient \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e! Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained soils that are highly organic. Preferring a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. Give them room to reach their full spread, and be sure to use Nature Hills Root Booster while planting for life-long symbiotic support of the tiny feeder roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e, there's not much work for you! Once frosts arrive, Hosta is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. Be sure to remove dead leaf matter from the area to prevent the spread of fungal issues and deter slugs. But it has excellent slug resistance and no disease issues!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Versatile Shade Lover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidely Adaptable - Any Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-Care Perennial \u0026amp; Resists Slugs \u0026amp; Pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow Growing Cultivar is Worth the Wait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your Great Expectations Hosta today and let them take center stage in your shade garden! Order yours and set your expectations high with the help of Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737021215090,"sku":"10349","price":32.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-great-expectations.jpg?v=1775652284"},{"product_id":"hosta-whirlwind","title":"Whirlwind Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience often brings wisdom, and it's really not surprising that so many savvy gardeners choose Hosta as their favorite perennial! They boast an easy-care nature and trendy variegated foliage. We've even heard tell of people planting multiple Hosta varieties, and then bragging about their collection online!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are in search of a \"Crown Jewel\" for a new, or existing Hosta collection - the Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') is a fabulous selection. Whirlwind is a highly textured selection featuring large, deeply ribbed, wavy leaves. But it's the rare coloration that really sets this plant apart from its peers. Every leaf is unique, painted with broad brushstrokes of white, creamy yellow, bold lime green, and spring green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Plantain Lily, Whirlwind is hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 8 and grows to a low-mounding 3-4 feet width. So delightfully easy to grow, Whirlwind is perfect for even the most \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enovice\u003c\/a\u003e gardeners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariegated foliage keeps your garden design interesting, even while plants are out of their bloom season. Whirlwind looks great all season long, and you can even use the beautiful foliage for use in your cut flower arrangements. You'll look forward to late summer when pale lavender blooms form above the wonderful leaves. The trumpet-shaped blossoms attract a following of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and pollinators to your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for landscapes big and small, and even those without a yard at all, Whirlwind is a perfect selection for shade or woodland gardens, and containers and is excellent used in mass and understory \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eedging\u003c\/a\u003e! Highlight your garden hardscapes, beneath the shade of a hedge or foundation planting, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshaded\u003c\/a\u003e bases of hedges and leggy shrubs and trees as facer plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbed, Wavy Lime \u0026amp; Spring Green Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain-Like Form Grows Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinators \u0026amp; Hummingbirds Adore Them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender Blooms on Tall Slender Scapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimens, Bed \u0026amp; Border Edging, Facer Plants \u0026amp; Shade Garden Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese will grow beautifully for you in well-drained soil in partial or full shade. High-filtered or dappled sunlight is necessary for clean, healthy growth. An herbaceous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/a\u003e, Hosta grows best in enriched, consistently moist, well-drained soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Top-dress with a 3 - 4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist mulch\u003c\/a\u003e over the soil surface, especially in dry shade conditions. Deadhead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e as soon as the flowers fade for a tidy look, and in fall when these herbaceous Perennials die back from the cold, it's time to prune the mound clean and remove the dead foliage. Divide your Hosta clumps every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade Perennial Also Tolerates Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist Well-Drained Enriched Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-Maintenance \u0026amp; Remarkably Easy Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead After Flowering \u0026amp; Prune Late Fall After Frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder a dynamic selection for your shade garden! Expert gardeners love this selection, so please place your order just as soon as you can. Don't miss this one! Order your own unique Whirlwind Hosta today at Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737057522034,"sku":"20627","price":36.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-whirlwind.jpg?v=1775652370"},{"product_id":"running-tapestry-foam-flower","title":"Running Tapestry Foam Flower","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVigorous shade groundcover with incredible color and texture! Running Tapestry Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia 'Running Tapestry') provides carpets of dense greenery and an abundance of white spark-like flowers in spring! These blossoms feed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/five-types-of-early-blooming-native-pollinator-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eearly emerging pollinators\u003c\/a\u003e and have a pleasant light fragrance for everyone to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpreading similar to Strawberries, the scalloped foliage is bright green with a burgundy blushed center that develops burgundy veining after the first frost. Forming \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-growing carpets\u003c\/a\u003e, spires of airy white blooms rise vertically and look like starry sparks flying above the mats of green! Once established, en masse drifts of those white flower spikes are absolutely magical!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoamflower are graceful natives and Running Tapestry is a tough cultivar that isn't often bothered by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/deer-resistant-plants-for-the-west\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDeer\u003c\/a\u003e or rabbits. Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 8, these herbaceous perennials grow just 12-15 inches tall when in flower and just a bit wider at maturity, but they will politely create naturalized colonies in due time. In warmer, frost-free climates, Foam Flower can remain semi-evergreen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantastic groundcover for shade, Tiarella does best if planted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/catch-the-drift-on-mass-planting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003een masse\u003c\/a\u003e or in groupings and then allowing them to spread rapidly by runners. Let Running Tapestry fill garden spaces between larger perennials and shrubs without worrying it will take over! Ideal along border fronts, sidewalk and pathway edges, naturalistic plantings, or in woodland gardens! The spreading and naturalizing nature of Running Tapestry looks great in your shaded Perennial and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-the-coziest-cottage-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCottage\u003c\/a\u003e gardens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam Flower is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ea natural shade garden\u003c\/a\u003e partner for providing shelter to spring ephemerals and rambling throughout the dappled understory as facer plants, edging, and down hard to mow slopes and hillsides that may be having some issues with erosion. Allow the dainty foliage to spill over your planter and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/floral-designing-for-containers-and-arrangements-with-style\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer edges\u003c\/a\u003e or soften the hard lines of your shade retaining and rock walls! Pollinators flock to the early blooms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy White Spikes of Flowers Resemble Clusters of Tiny Sparks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalloped Green Foliage With Burgundy Centers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Friendly Blossoms!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurgundy Splashed Fall Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic Dense Carpeting Groundcover, Weed-Blocking \u0026amp; Naturalizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreferring full shade in hotter climates and partial shade in the cooler zones, Foam Flower does \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\"\u003ebest when planted\u003c\/a\u003e in consistently moist, rich soil that won't dry out completely. Not particular on type, all well-drained soils are favored! Top-dress the root system with a 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\"\u003emulch\u003c\/a\u003e and\/or compost to keep them moist and enriched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo pests or issues, these tough native selections carpet areas in lush greenery fast, and all year long! Not high on their nibble list, deer and rabbits usually leave Foam Flower alone unless desperate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are herbaceous perennials that will die back in the winters in cold climates but remain semi-evergreen in frost-free regions. Rake through the clumps in the fall to remove dead debris and top with additional mulch or compost, then prune or mow back the carpets in the early spring. Easy to transplant, you can expand the use of Foam Flower throughout the garden with ease by dividing clumps every 3-5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade to Partial Shade\/Afternoon Shaded Locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist, Rich, Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCannot Have Soggy or Dry Soil For Long - Especially During Winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Back Each Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer \u0026amp; Rabbit Seldom Nibble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlying sparks and scalloped green carpets! Running Tapestry Foam Flower will carpet your shaded gardens in lush greenery, fall color and creamy white shooting stars! Order yours from Nature Hills today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"American Beauties","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737058210162,"sku":"20315","price":35.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/running-tapestry-foam-flower-tiarella-cordifolia.jpg?v=1775655334"},{"product_id":"hosta-vulcan","title":"Vulcan Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive long and prosper! Introducing the unique variegated Vulcan Hosta (Hosta 'Vulcan') that is more along the lines of 'long-lived and prosperous'! Vulcan features broad, heart-shaped leaves with pure white centers, and is absolutely so vigorous and easy care it's out of this world! This outstanding and classy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\"\u003eHosta\u003c\/a\u003e creates a \"wow\" reaction!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVulcan has broad, heart-shaped leaves with white streaks and brilliant stripes and streaks, plus prominent white-centered leaves. The contrasting dark green margins have lighter yellow coloring. This medium-sized Hosta adds so a chic splash of brightness to your landscape! Emerging in early spring and forming a fountain-like, mounding habit, Vulcan Hosta spills up and out over the ground beautifully!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso producing lovely light-lavender flowers on white scapes. Vulcan Hosta typically blooms from mid to late summer. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e and butterflies will show up to the show for the nectar resource, adding to the elegance! Also known as Vulcan Plantain Lily, Hostas are shade garden standards and every garden seems bare without one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vigorous growth of Vulcan Hosta makes itself at home in shady, woodland settings and an eye-catcher when planted en masse. The brilliance of the pure white centers and green coloration often works amazingly as a standout specimen plant! Have a shady strip along an east or north-facing part of your home or garage? Plant a colorful row of Vulcan Hosta! Or a row in front of your dappled shade foundation plantings give your curb appeal a bright boost!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid-sized, Vulcan is wonderful in containers and planters throughout your shady patio or porch. Perfect spillers and fillers in potted combinations throughout the growing season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow a circlet of green and white around a specimen plant or statement piece in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade garden\u003c\/a\u003e to make it stand out! Hosta works wonderfully under trees and large shrubs to hide the bare stems and branches where Hosta makes perfect groundcover, embracing the shade. They grow in shady spots where your grass will not! Plus, no worry about competing roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shady \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/create-a-meditation-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAsian and Zen\u003c\/a\u003e-inspired gardens, lending a cool and calming presence to areas for meditation and relaxation. In fact, any garden design looks more peaceful with a few Hostas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary, formal plantings and informal cottage gardens alike benefit from these colorful perennials. Borders look high-style with long rows of Hosta, and so will the edges along beds, driveways, and shady paths. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eButterfly gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and cottage gardens will get a traditional look with the addition of a few of these colorful perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartnering fantastically with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-types\/full-shade-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade perennials\u003c\/a\u003e such as Fern or Bleeding Hearts. Or for a real statement piece, create your own Hosta garden for an impressively colorful display. After all, there are about a thousand different varieties of Hosta these days, in all shapes and sizes! Create a sci-fi garden by combining Vulcan with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/hosta-captain-kirk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCaptain Kirk\u003c\/a\u003e Hosta to create a shade garden that's out of this world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad Heart Shaped Leaves with White Centers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright White Variegated Stripes \u0026amp; Strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale Lavender Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounding Clump-Forming Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Shade Garden \u0026amp; Edging Plant, Containers \u0026amp; Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/tips-for-the-new-gardener\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-care\u003c\/a\u003e perennial in an area that receives the right amount of light. The leaves need some morning sun to bring out the best coloration, but too much sun will burn Hosta foliage, especially in hotter summer climates. Best for full shade in hot summers and part sun\/part shade locations everywhere else. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/a\u003e Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots. A generous layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003earborist mulch\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. Wait until the leaves have been exposed to frost and have turned brown before removing all leaf litter in late fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnriched, Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead After Flowering \u0026amp; Prune Late Fall After Frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme Cold Hardiness, Heat Tolerance \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVulcan exhibits an excellent growth rate, and outstanding garden performance, and gives you a long season of appealing color in a landscape! Brighten your gardenscapes with the brilliance Vulcan Hosta reliably brings year after year! Order yours today at Nature Hills Nursery!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737073742194,"sku":"18400","price":29.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-vulcan.jpg?v=1775652358"},{"product_id":"hosta-miniature-blue-mouse-ears","title":"Blue Mouse Ears Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHostas are always welcomed additions to the home, but few exhibit the charm and coloring of Blue Mouse Ears Hosta (Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'). This dwarf variety features thick, leathery leaves with the slightest, adorable curl. The petite leaves call to mind cute, little mouse ears (thus the name).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue mouse Ears' foliage is an endearing shade of blue-green that attracts the eye throughout the season and this petite Hosta even provides the added benefit of mid-summer flowers. Your Blue Mouse Ears Hosta is a herbaceous perennial that will grow in a tidy compact habit with densely growing clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDainty bells of lavender decorate the stems that rise up to one foot above the foliage in July, a visual treat as well as a welcome boon for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinators\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're lucky, you might even see a curious \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbird\u003c\/a\u003e checking out the scene. Don't mistake its small size for vulnerability though as this little gem has a hardy, easy-care nature. Cold and heat-tolerant throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 8 and forms a 6-8 inch tall mound that's about 12 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-growing\u003c\/a\u003e little Blue Mouse Ears in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-life-gives-you-rocks-create-a-rock-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock Garden\u003c\/a\u003e or scatter a few amid the nooks and crannies in your landscape that could still use a decorative touch! Or add them as an accent in your flower beds under the canopy of your backyard shade trees. Cottage gardens, shady Perennial borders gain cute little leaves, and of course, Mouse Ears look fantastic as a member of your very own \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHosta garden\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these darling little foliage plants throughout \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and beneath the shade of shrubs as facer plants and adorable skirting! Plant in large planters and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainers\u003c\/a\u003e beneath covered seating areas, porches, and balconies to keep Mouse Ears close by! Darling edging along the garden and pathway edges as pretty finishing touches!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurled Blue-Green Little Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender Bell-Shaped Blooms on Short Scapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Friendly \u0026amp; Hummingbird Nectar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDwarf Hosta Forms Dense Short Mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdging, Containers, Specimens \u0026amp; Unique Texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Hosta are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-care\u003c\/a\u003e and highly adaptive to a variety of soils and does best in full to part shade and full shade in hotter climates since too much sun will burn the leaves. These \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots. Keep areas around \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e clear of excess leaf debris to reduce the presence of slugs and snails. They do best with a 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e to help hold in moisture. Deadhead as soon as the blooms fade, and prune back the foliage once it dies back in the fall. They appreciate being \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/dividing-hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edivided\u003c\/a\u003e every 3-5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest in Full Shade in Hot Climates \u0026amp; Part Sun\/Shade In All\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate Consistent Moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnriched Well-Drained Soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Easy to Grow \u0026amp; Cold\/Heat-Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's easy to see why Blue Mouse Ears Hosta once won \"Hosta of the Year\". It simply doesn't get more loveable than a Hosta that reminds people of mouse ears! Terrific color, a size that fits almost anywhere and an adaptive nature make this a must-have. Order yours today at Nature Hills to finish your seasonal gardening projects!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737078362482,"sku":"19671","price":32.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-miniature-blue-mouse-ears.jpg?v=1775652213"},{"product_id":"kodiak-orange-honeysuckle-bush","title":"Kodiak® Orange Bush Honeysuckle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's face it. Sometimes native plants just aren't that pretty or can get into trouble in the landscape. But here is a native cultivar that is both beautiful and easy! Well, the Kodiak® Orange Diervilla Dwarf Honeysuckle (Diervilla x KODIAK 'G2X88544') is a tough native cultivar that thrives in both sun and shade and is drought-tolerant. What a deal! But don't take that as it acting like a garden sissy. This shrub takes fall color seriously with its glowing orange fall foliage. It is like a beacon in the fall landscape. As a cultivar, Kodiak® Orange Diervilla is an eco-friendly ornamental that you can feel good planting in your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom early summer through the fall, each delicate blossom features protruding, white stamens for an additional decorative note. You'll love the way the clusters of yellow, trumpet-shaped blooms stand out against the dramatic leaves! The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-ways-to-attract-more-pollinators-to-your-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eButterflies\u003c\/a\u003e, native bees, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-5-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e adore your Kodiak® Orange because it boasts bright yellow flowers in early summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall isn't the only season Kodiak® Orange shines in, either. alternative to a typical burning bush, which you might have in your landscape now. The foliage color is most intense in spring and fall, with autumn tones taking on a fiery tone in the fall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bush \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/bushes-and-shrubs\/bushes-and-shrubs-varieties\/honeysuckle-bushes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHoneysuckle\u003c\/a\u003e, while related to the Vine and the Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) it isn't invasive. It plays well with its garden neighbors for sure! Add to that deer resistance, plus disease resistance, and it can even grow in dry shade! Combined with its long bloom time and gorgeous foliage, and you have a most excellent landscape plant! Growing 3-4 feet in height and spreading 4-5 feet wide, these vigorous and incredibly adaptable shrubs thrive throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe might go so far as to call Kodiak® Orange Bush Honeysuckle a \"plant it and forget about it\" plant if it wasn't so pretty! You'll notice these plants every day, although you won't have to fuss over them! Savvy gardeners can appreciate why low-maintenance plants are a great idea! Why not use this sun and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/shrubs-for-shade-how-to-make-the-most-of-a-shady-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade-tolerant\u003c\/a\u003e shrub as the mainstay of your easy-care garden design?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider this your \"go-to\" landscape solution to cover ground and fill wide, open areas with knockout color. Include these all along the mid-ground of your mixed shrub border or as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow hedges\u003c\/a\u003e. They'll make a fantastic contrast in front of flowering trees and taller shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommercial and home landscapes can use these shrubs en masse in wide planting beds. Save a little room for a few bright flowering accent plants, and you'll be ready to relax in your space! They'll fill in your wide, open areas with brilliant color, butterflies and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/best-botanical-for-backyard-birds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esongbirds\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kodiak® Orange foliage color is radiant enough to hold its own in any sized landscape! But it's absolutely glowing in Cottage and Perennial gardens! Use them as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/flowering-shrubs-to-punch-up-your-landscape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eaccents\u003c\/a\u003e in modern and informal courtyards where the unique foliage adds depth to all of your garden beds, and you'll make the entire landscape shine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Bush Honeysuckle as a mid-sized, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e groundcover to add depth to the look of your garden beds. Stop trying to mow a dangerous hillside by planting these flowering shrubs instead! Halt \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/about-erosion-control-and-top-five-plants-for-erosion\"\u003esoil erosion\u003c\/a\u003e on those same hills or along the upper banks of a water feature, stream or pond. Allow these durable plants to spread out in a mounded form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow it to create natural-looking drifts for a very appealing look with a touch of visual drama! The only thing you'll really have to do is allow for Kodiak® Orange to reach its mature spread. Plant them 3 ½ feet apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next. They'll grow together and touch and completely fill in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse them as a solid backdrop for smaller perennials in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/preparing-a-feast-for-your-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eButterfly\u003c\/a\u003e Garden. Of course, you can also add them to your foundation planting for a bold foliage accent. What could be more captivating? The eye can't help but be drawn to such a dramatic color, so different from the expected greens and bright flower tones usually present. Wherever you place them, be sure to snip them regularly to include the unusual foliage in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecut flower bouquets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow Flower Clusters All Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlowing Orange-Red Fall Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry Shade Tolerant!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Cultivar - Well-Behaved \u0026amp; Not Invasive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Soil Stabilizer for Slopes \u0026amp; Embankments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate Fantastic Focal Points, Hedges \u0026amp; Backdrops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will have the very best foliage color when planting your Dwarf Honeysuckle in full sun where it will get 6 or more hours of sun a day. However, it will also perform well in partially shady areas. We've seen it do well even in shade situations. Provide a consistent, moderate amount of water on a regular basis for best results. It is adaptive to a variety of soils and quite hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery other year, add a top dressing of a three-inch layer of arborist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch\u003c\/a\u003e. You'll keep the root system cool and moist. Mulch between plants also helps keep new mass plantings weed-free. You can easily keep them manicured with regular pruning in early spring to shape or shorten them. Or, let it do its thing for a more natural look. Should you need to prune, do so in the late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows Well in Full Sun, Part Shade or Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide Range of Well-Drained Soil Types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular Moderate Moisture Needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-comprehensive-pruning-guide-for-the-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePrune\u003c\/a\u003e If Needed - Late Winter or Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer Tend to Leave it Alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Low-Maintenance!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fantastic offering by the experts at Proven Winners® so you can be assured of its performance in your own yard year after year. Try a few Kodiak® Orange Bush Honeysuckle in even your most challenging sites this year! You'll be thrilled you did! Order today at NatureHills.com!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61334459875698,"sku":"23103E","price":26.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":61541291819378,"sku":"22442","price":43.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Container","offer_id":60737123451250,"sku":"21468","price":85.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/kodiak-orange-honeysuckle-bush-diervilla-x.jpg?v=1775651369"},{"product_id":"rainbows-end-hosta","title":"Rainbow's End Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturated splashes of variegated color! If you have a shade garden, you need a Rainbow's End Hosta (Hosta 'Rainbow's End') for your collection! This one is the focal point. Sure, some Hostas may have bigger, bluer leaves - but this is the one to watch! Every single leaf is painted with a unique pattern. Wide striations of shade - from creamy white to bright yellow, into acid green and into deep olive - this plant looks like it was painted by Picasso!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMis-summer brings lavender blooms on unique reddish stems (called scapes) that rise above the gorgeous foliage! These trumpet-shaped flowers attract their share of nectar-seeking bees, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebutterflies\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e to your garden! The leaves and blooms look fantastic in a floral bouquet as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Plantain Lily, Rainbow's End is cold-hardy and heat-resistant throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9! Staying small and tidy, Hosta forms neat fountain-like mounds that are impressively easy to grow for even the most \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enovice\u003c\/a\u003e gardeners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shade or woodland gardens and even as a noteworthy \"filler\" in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eContainers\u003c\/a\u003e. Plant multiple Rainbow's End Hosta all along the edge of beds located underneath small, pretty trees like Pink or White Dogwood. This plant brightens shady areas, it's literally like catching the sun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing effectively in woodland settings or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, Hosta are never a challenge! They make it easy to create a restful spot that fills bare ground and lights up the shade! Rainbow's End is one of the best small Hostas. Plant an odd number (3, 5, 7, 9, or more) in a wide zig-zag along the edge of a bed and make a real splash in your yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHostas are at home in shady, woodland settings and often work well as specimen or edging plants. Hostas offers effortless style for many years in the landscape, making it a favorite for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. Use as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efacer\u003c\/a\u003e plants along the shady side of an evergreen hedge or your foundation shrubs for a clean transition between lawn and garden! Create a meditative space by including Hostas in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/create-a-meditation-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eZen gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold Yellow \u0026amp; Dark Green Streaked Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlender, Pointed Curvy Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender Trumpet-Shaped Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHummingbird \u0026amp; Pollinator-Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimens, Shade Gardens, Beds \u0026amp; Borders, Edging \u0026amp; Containers!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA perennial plant with this much drama? Rainbow's End Hosta has to be high-maintenance, right? Absolutely not! Hostas are well-known as easy-care plants that grow with little care! These herbaceous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennials\u003c\/a\u003e are ideal for use in filtered or dappled part shade and in full shade, preferring morning sun, and afternoon shade. Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots. Add a 3-4 inch thick layer of arborist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch\u003c\/a\u003e to the soil surface, especially in dry shade conditions. Deadhead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHostas\u003c\/a\u003e as soon as the flowers fade for a tidy look, and in fall when these herbaceous Perennials die back from the cold, it's time to prune the mound clean and remove the dead foliage. Divide your Hosta every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade Perennial Also Tolerates Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist Well-Drained Enriched Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-Maintenance \u0026amp; Remarkably Easy Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead After Flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust about the worst you can say about them is that they are addictive. Once you plant your first, there is no way you'll stop at just one kind. Fair warning! Once you see this fantastic new variety in stock, place your order right away from Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737198457202,"sku":"22014","price":29.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/rainbows-end-hosta.jpg?v=1775652337"},{"product_id":"blue-ivory-hosta","title":"Blue Ivory Hosta","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Ivory Hosta – A Striking Shade Garden Perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance your shade garden with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/variegated-plants-you-need-in-your-garden?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=variegated\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003estunning variegation\u003c\/a\u003e and elegant charm of \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Ivory Hosta\u003c\/strong\u003e PP#19623 (Hosta 'Blue Ivory'). This eye-catching perennial features \u003cstrong\u003ecool blue-green leaves edged with creamy white margins\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a beautiful contrast that \u003cstrong\u003ebrightens shaded landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the season progresses, the margins transition to \u003cstrong\u003epure white\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this Hosta a standout choice for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=shade+garden\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshaded borders\u003c\/a\u003e, woodland gardens, and container plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for its low-maintenance care, lush foliage, and shade tolerance, Blue Ivory Hosta is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add texture and interest without the need for constant upkeep. In \u003cstrong\u003emidsummer, tall spikes of pale lavender flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge, attracting \u003cstrong\u003ehummingbirds and pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e, while its \u003cstrong\u003ethick, substantial leaves resist slug damage\u003c\/strong\u003e better than many other varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Blue Ivory Hosta?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking Variegated Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Broad, blue-green leaves edged with creamy white margins for a dramatic look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Color Evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e – The leaf margins shift to pure white as the summer progresses, enhancing contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade-Tolerant \u0026amp; Low-Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thrives in partial to full shade, perfect for shaded beds and under trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidsummer Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pale lavender flowers attract hummingbirds and pollinators, adding delicate beauty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-Hardy \u0026amp; Reliable\u003c\/strong\u003e – A long-lived perennial that thrives in USDA zones 3-9, returning stronger each year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlug-Resistant Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thick leaves offer better protection against slugs compared to other Hostas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Growth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ideal for small spaces, Blue Ivory grows 12-16 inches tall and the broad leaves spread evenly out 24-30 inches wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Makes an elegant statement in patio planters or shaded entryways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use Blue Ivory Hosta in Your Landscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003elush texture and elegant coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Hosta enhances a variety of garden settings. Consider planting it to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreate a Dramatic Shade Border\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pair with Ferns, Astilbe, and Bleeding Hearts for a layered effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrighten Woodland Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – Its variegated foliage contrasts beautifully with deep green shade plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Walkways \u0026amp; Garden Paths\u003c\/strong\u003e – Offers a neat, structured look along shaded paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Elegance to Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thrives in decorative pots, perfect for patios and covered porches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMass Plant for a Stunning Groundcover\u003c\/strong\u003e – When planted in groups, creates a soft, flowing effect in shaded beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"jump-to-care\"\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHostas are herbaceous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=hosta\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials that are very easy to grow\u003c\/a\u003e and long-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers partial to full shade; tolerates some morning sun but avoids harsh afternoon light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows best in moist, well-drained, rich organic soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture, especially in hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove any damaged or dead leaves throughout the season for a tidy appearance and trim back completely in the early spring as new growth is emerging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 18-24 inches apart to allow room for mature growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivision:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/time-to-divide-spring-perennials?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=perennial\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDivide these perennials\u003c\/a\u003e every 3-5 years to keep the clumps growing vigorously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrder Blue Ivory Hosta Today!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to enhance your shade garden with effortless beauty, \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Ivory Hosta\u003c\/strong\u003e is a perfect choice. With \u003cstrong\u003ecool-toned foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, reliable growth, and graceful summer blooms, this low-maintenance perennial is a must-have for any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow \u003cstrong\u003eavailable at Nature Hills Nursery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Order today and bring the refined elegance of Blue Ivory Hosta to your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737206518130,"sku":"20957","price":30.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/blue-ivory-hosta.jpg?v=1775652207"},{"product_id":"hosta-halcyon","title":"Halcyon Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners are always looking for two things: 1. shade plants and 2. blue plants! Also known as Funkia or Plantain Lily, the Hosta Halcyon (Hosta 'Halcyon') is a reliable winner that requires little attention! The Halcyon Hosta is made for the shade and is the most interesting frosty ocean-blue color, earning it the 1997 Award of Merit (AGM)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a vigorous (but slower) grower with ribbed, spear-shaped foliage that sits underneath white-to-lavender bell-shaped flowers from July to August. Slug-resistant Halcyon attracts \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e during blooming, plus the usual pollinators! Steal a few for your bouquets indoors as well! Despite these lovely trumpet-shaped blooms, the real show is the foliage itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fan-favorite, Halycon Hosta grows in the familiar fountain-like mounded form to about 1-2 feet tall and up to 3 feet wide! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 8, these are wonderful perennials for even the most novice gardeners! It will be easy for you to get hooked on Hostas! Start your own \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/hostas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecollection\u003c\/a\u003e and create a specimen planting with these fantastic plants! gardener!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Hosta, Halcyon is most at home in shady, woodland settings and works well as an accent or edging plant, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-great-low-growing-flowering-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/a\u003e! Spectacular when planted in shade borders, around large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e trees and even in large containers! Borders look divine with long rows of Hosta skirting and tidying up their edges. So will your driveway and walkways, and shady paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shady \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/create-a-meditation-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAsian and Zen-inspired\u003c\/a\u003e gardens, blue-leaved Hostas lend a cool and calming presence to areas for meditation and relaxation. In fact, nearly any garden design looks more peaceful with a few Hosta! Contemporary plantings and informal cottage gardens alike benefit from these large perennials and other shade-loving plants. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePollinator\u003c\/a\u003e gardens and your Cottage gardens will get a traditional look with the addition of a few of these curious perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirting trees with these lovely perennials will equally benefit from the generous shade the trees provide. Large shrubs too will look immensely better having their bare stems hidden from view without the worry about roots interfering with each other!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Spear Shaped Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender Tinged White Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Hummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Planters \u0026amp; Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Perennial for Beginner Gardeners \u0026amp; Fantastic Shade Garden Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalcyon needs full shade in all growing zones, but in the coolest climates, it can tolerate morning sun. Highly resistant to heat and humidity long as they're given adequate shade and moisture, especially throughout the hottest part of the growing season. Tolerant of dry shade once established, these become incredibly resilient \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e! Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained soils that are highly organic. Preferring a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow maintenance and easy care\u003c\/a\u003e, there's not much work for you! Once frosts arrive, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHosta\u003c\/a\u003e is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground and should be cleaned in the fall so there is no remaining debris for when it emerges again in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Moisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Slug \u0026amp; Snail Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Cold Hardy \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Nature Hills fan-favorite Hosta by ordering your own Halcyon Hosta today! Be sure to pick up enough for your next project and enjoy having quality plants delivered to your doorstep!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737207304562,"sku":"10350","price":31.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/hosta-halcyon.jpg?v=1775652291"},{"product_id":"coral-bells-peach-flambe","title":"Peach Flambe Coral Bells","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun-kissed foliage sets your landscape on fire! The well-known Heuchera is a classic choice for the shade garden plant, but if you crave something that really sets your yard apart is Peach Flambé Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Peach Flambe')! Displaying a mouthwatering combo of sweet peach tinted with flaming cherry red all summer long!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the early summer, 2-foot tall spikes of creamy-white flowers rise above the foliage and sparkle in the dappled shade. The tiny, dainty bells attract a host of butterflies, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e, and beneficial \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/flower-gardens-bring-butterflies-and-beneficial-insects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e for several weeks! However, as pretty as they are, they are just a side attraction! Even the ivory, bell-shaped flowers are a durable, delicate addition to floral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/9-perennials-to-use-in-cut-flower-arrangements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebouquets\u003c\/a\u003e when combined with larger, more common summer blooms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brightly colored foliage is the reason this beauty is grown for its foliage, but those dainty blooms are just the cherry on top! Vigorous and dense growth, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-varieties\/coral-bell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHeuchera\u003c\/a\u003e cover the ground in glowing, peachy-red leaves! Like smoldering coals, the deeply lobed foliage lasts from spring into autumn, longer if you are in a warmer climate! Then, as the weather cools, so does the color, turning a moody plum-purple for a year-round color show in the shade!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeach Flambé adds dramatic color saturation to the shady garden and lights up dreary corners. The bright peach and flaming red leaves are an eye-popping addition to perennial gardens and for planting in the foreground of your foundation plants. Talk about inspiring curb appeal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vivid \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/less-room-more-plants-with-small-space-gardening\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003espace-saving\u003c\/a\u003e border plant and a beacon in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/when-life-gives-you-rocks-create-a-rock-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRock Garden\u003c\/a\u003e, you can probably imagine this brilliant color planted en masse to fill in large areas in both residential and commercial applications! Perfect for both city and country locations and formal or informal use, Heuchera always fits right in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcelling in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/creating-a-patio-garden-is-a-fun-and-rewarding-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainer gardens\u003c\/a\u003e where the hot-colored leaves can be kept close. That pop of color will draw the eye and enliven any planter! Pair it with cool-colored \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/a-pre-planned-perennial-garden-for-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade\u003c\/a\u003e Hostas, pastel Lenten Roses, and multi-colored Astilbes for a tapestry of colors and forms. Or just mix it up with other vibrantly colored Heuchera!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red-splashed, bright peach-colored leaves transform any patio or balcony with multi-seasonal interest! Plus, it loves dappled shade, so plant en masse under your favorite tree and step back for the color explosion!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold Peachy-Red Foliage \u0026amp; Plum Fall Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright Colored Year-Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDainty White Flowers - Pollinators Love It!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShady Garden Staple, Fantastic Understory \u0026amp; Great Container Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward-Winning, Easy Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeach Flambé's fiery color adds immense color to those part-shade garden areas and is positively radiant in the full sun in the coldest of their favorite growing zones! Forming a hardy, resistant rosette that slowly spreads in a compact manner all growing season! Peach Flambé is easy-care to for, just water regularly, and provides decent garden soil, that's all it needs to perform its best. Preferring humus-rich, well-drained soil, that has consistent moisture. Once established however these are partially drought tolerant, heat resistant, and shrug off high humidity! Deer and rabbit resistant, you won't need to worry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a herbaceous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/a\u003e, Heuchera dies back to the ground in cold winters, though in warmer zones, can remain semi-fully evergreen year-round! Add a 3-4 inch thick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elayer of mulch\u003c\/a\u003e around the base of your plant. Remove any dead leaves each late winter or early spring to prevent fungal issues. Other than that, Peach Flambé is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e! Every few years, divide your clumps while dormant, or let them ramble and sprawl throughout the garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Sun, Part Sun, or Afternoon Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to a Variety of Well-Drained Soils \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbaceous Perennial - Evergreen in Warm Climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt Tolerant, Easy to Maintain \u0026amp; Urban Environment Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrugs Off Heat \u0026amp; Humidity, Deer Seldom Bother It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowdery Mildew Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire-kissed in the shade, Peach Flambé is an amazing plant that deserves a spot in your garden where its decadence will make you swoon and your neighbors say, \"I'll have what they're having!\". Buy your Peach Flambé Coral Bells from Nature Hills today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61471625412978,"sku":"23524E","price":13.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737212547442,"sku":"17754","price":44.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/coral-bells-peach-flambe-heuchera-hybrid.jpg?v=1775651960"},{"product_id":"island-breeze-hosta","title":"Island Breeze Hosta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tropical Hosta with bright colors glowing in the shade! The Island Breeze Hosta (Hosta x 'Island Breeze') has incredible variegation and wide, thick foliage! Vigorous growing, Island Breeze features dark-green foliage with striking yellow-green stripes down each center, highlighted with reddish-green stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yellow stripes mature to chartreuse as the season progresses! The dark lavender flowers are born on 28-inch scapes, and call pollinators galore to the trumpet-shaped blossoms that appear in mid-summer! Even a few \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-five-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard\"\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e will stop by for a visit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/tips-for-the-new-gardener\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enew gardeners\u003c\/a\u003e, Island Breeze thrives throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9 and grows into a wonderfully neat and tidy mound about 10-12 inches in height and up to 15-18 inches wide for an impressive yet diminutive display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShady gardens are natural locations for Hosta, adding lush color and coarse texture among Perennial beds and Cutting garden borders. Contemporary, formal plantings and informal cottage gardens alike benefit from these colorful perennials. Borders look high-style with long rows of Hosta, and so will the edges along beds, driveways, and shady paths. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/top-flowering-plants-to-help-pollinators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eButterfly gardens\u003c\/a\u003e and cottage gardens will get a traditional look with the addition of a few of these colorful perennials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsland Breeze looks gorgeous in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtainers\u003c\/a\u003e and as a glowing specimen. Hosta are tough and versatile, shrugging off urban environments, roadside conditions, and rocky soil. Partnering fantastically with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/perennials\/perennial-types\/full-shade-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eshade perennials\u003c\/a\u003e such as Fern or Bleeding Hearts. Or for a real statement piece, create your own Hosta garden for an impressively colorful display. After all, there are about a thousand different varieties of Hosta these days, in all shapes and sizes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive garden rooms the spa treatment by adding these refreshing plants around seating areas or meditation spots. Perfect for shady \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/create-a-meditation-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAsian and Zen\u003c\/a\u003e-inspired gardens, lending a vibrant presence to areas for meditation and relaxation. In fact, any garden design looks more peaceful with a few Hostas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold Dark-Green Margins With Chartreuse Stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Lavender Blooms on Tall Scapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique Reddish Leaf Stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHummingbirds \u0026amp; Pollinators!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Shade Garden Specimens, Edging Plants, Containers \u0026amp; Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsland Breeze loves partial sun though warmer climates should provide afternoon shade or full shade. Cold hardy and adaptable, Hosta isn't particular on soil type, any well-drained medium that is highly organic works for these easy plants. Best in moist soil that does not dry out for long, mulch the roots well to keep them cool, moist, and insulated. A generous 3-4 inch thick layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emulch chips\u003c\/a\u003e helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e, there's not much work for you! Once frosts arrive, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-keep-your-hostas-healthy-and-happy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHosta\u003c\/a\u003e is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground and emerges again in early spring. Be sure to remove dead leaf matter from the area to prevent the spread of fungal issues and deter slugs. But it has excellent slug resistance and no disease issues! Divide your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/planting-perennials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eperennials\u003c\/a\u003e every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Shade \u0026amp; Part Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture Loving Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery Cold, Heat \u0026amp; Humidity Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune In Late Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care \u0026amp; Vigorous Growth Rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropical colors and striking variegation! Bring some of the tropics to your garden this year with Island Breeze Hosta for exotic hues and easy-breezy low care! Order yours today at Nature Hills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737238532466,"sku":"20987","price":36.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/island-breeze-hosta.jpg?v=1775652298"},{"product_id":"frostkiss-mollys-white-lenten-rose","title":"FrostKiss™ Molly's White® Lenten Rose","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthereal white chases away the winter, the FrostKiss™ Molly's White® Hellebore (Helleborus x 'EPBRD01') is a late winter to very early spring flowering perennial, perfect for setting the stage for spring each year! Early emerging \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/flower-gardens-bring-butterflies-and-beneficial-insects\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epollinators\u003c\/a\u003e adore these welcome nectar resources!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, delicate, greenish-hued white blooms shyly nod from atop tall, delicate, darker stems. The soft green leaves have soft sterling silver veins and toothy edges, giving the dense clumps a mottled, two-tone effect! \u003cstrong\u003eOften evergreen in warm winters,\u003c\/strong\u003e the neat, tidy, and very compact foliage clumps look wonderful throughout the rest of the growing season too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrostKiss™ series of flowering Hellebore has been selected for its tolerance of more sun in cooler summers than its shade-loving cousins. Still more at home in shady garden plots and filtered sun borders, Lenten Roses are welcome sights as they can often be seen rising up among melting winter snows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolly's White® is a delight to plant among other early blooming \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/spring-flowering-bulbs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003espring bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e. Mix these types of plants together among later emerging bulbs and perennials so they can show off all spring, then bask in the welcome shade the late spring and summer plants' foliage provides them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHellebore are adored spring wildflowers that add instant woodland wonder and elegance to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-design-a-marvelous-shade-garden\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/a\u003e, perennial, cottage, and pollinator borders! Be sure to include a few extras for cutting, since the long, slender stems are ideal for those first spring floral arrangements! Slowly colonizing small areas, they gleefully wind throughout larger perennials and shrubs without disturbing anyone else’s roots, hiding in the shade of their later foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate Winter\/\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/our-spring-blooming-favorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEarly Spring\u003c\/a\u003e White \u0026amp; Green Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft Green Foliage \u0026amp; Silver Venation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Spring Color \u0026amp; Evergreen in Mild Winters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/must-haves-for-cutting-gardens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCut Flowers\u003c\/a\u003e, Containers \u0026amp; Woodland Beds \u0026amp; Borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact Mounds Colonize \u0026amp; Slowly Spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHellebores tolerate full sun in mild summers, preferring filtered sun and partial shade, even full shade in the hottest part of their growing zone range. Plant in a well-drained, cool, moist soil that won’t dry out, and mulch the bed very well. Deadhead for more return blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Sun in Cool Summers, Part Shade \u0026amp; Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMulched\u003c\/a\u003e Beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean Mounds in Very Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e FrostKiss™ Molly's White® Hellebore\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wonderful herbaceous perennial that elegantly bridges the vacant gap between winter and spring in your garden! Order your new favorite ephemerals today from NatureHills.com!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737272807794,"sku":"22567","price":37.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/Mollys-white-lenten-rose.jpg?v=1766186168"},{"product_id":"canadian-wild-ginger","title":"Canadian Wild Ginger","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade-Loving Groundcover Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanadian Wild Ginger (\u003cem\u003eAsarum canadense\u003c\/em\u003e) is a charming, low-growing woodland plant from the Birthwort family (Aristolochiaceae), treasured for its dense, heart-shaped foliage and fascinating, hidden flowers. A cousin to the exotic-looking \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/products\/dutchmans-pipe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDutchman's Pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAristolochia\u003c\/em\u003e), it shares the Birthwort family's unusual flower shapes and pollination habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative to the rich deciduous forests of Eastern North America\u003c\/strong\u003e, this herbaceous perennial is perfect for naturalized shade gardens, where it forms a lush, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/the-best-weed-blocking-groundcovers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eweed-smothering carpet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. While not the true Ginger used in cooking, its aromatic roots have earned it the name thanks to a \u003cstrong\u003ewarm, spicy scent reminiscent of culinary Ginger when crushed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForming a tight clump of bright green leaves that resemble little \u003cstrong\u003eround hearts or kidney beans\u003c\/strong\u003e, Canadian Wild Ginger grows under a foot tall and slowly spreads by underground rhizomes to fill in shady nooks with \u003cstrong\u003esoft, velvety foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e. Beneath its leaves in the spring, you'll find curious, \u003cstrong\u003ethree-lobed reddish-purple flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e lying low near the soil surface, almost secretive, like woodland treasure. Though the blooms are modest in size and tucked away, they're\u003cstrong\u003e important to early-emerging native insects and beetle pollinators.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eNative woodland groundcover in the \u003cstrong\u003eBirthwort family\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eAromatic rhizomes, not edible but pleasantly \u003cstrong\u003espicy-scented\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eDeep green \u003cstrong\u003eheart-shaped leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e form a dense mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSmall, maroon flowers bloom in early spring, near ground level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eGrows 6-12 inches tall and \u003cstrong\u003eslowly spreads by rhizomes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eTolerant of \u003cstrong\u003edeep shade and \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/deer-resistant-landscape-design-plans\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edeer browsing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSupports native pollinators, \u003cstrong\u003einsect biodiversity,\u003c\/strong\u003e and early-emerging beetle pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSymbolic of resilience and quiet beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Canadian Wild Ginger as a shade-loving groundcover that \u003cstrong\u003espreads 12-18 inches wide\u003c\/strong\u003e and remains \u003cstrong\u003eunder 1 foot tall\u003c\/strong\u003e. This plant adapts beautifully to woodland edges, shady borders, and as a groundcover beneath trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eGreat \u003cstrong\u003eunderplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e for native trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eNaturalized woodland or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/made-in-the-shade-perennials-for-full-shade\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eshade gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCottage garden\u003c\/strong\u003e plantings for shady corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e focused on early spring nectar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e under shrubs, around trees, or around taller perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlocks weeds\u003c\/strong\u003e and creates a lush living mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eMoist, shady slopes or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/about-erosion-control-and-top-five-plants-for-erosion\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eerosion control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eLow border edging in shady beds or along shaded pathways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymbolizing protection and hidden strength, Canadian Wild Ginger was historically used by Indigenous peoples and herbalists as a medicinal tea for colds, fevers, and digestive complaints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt thrives in USDA growing zones 4 through 6, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efavoring moist, humus-rich, woodland soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with dappled to full shade. This is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/planting-perennials\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eherbaceous perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning it dies back in the fall and returns each spring, bigger and bolder. Canadian Wild Ginger is low-maintenance, thrives in shade, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcels in cool woodland conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eSpring or fall, ideally with moisture present\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Part shade to full shade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, humusy, well-drained soil; tolerates clay with organic matter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eConsistently moist, especially in summer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArborist Mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 3-4 inch deep layer of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003earborist mulch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e helps keep roots cool and retain moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: None if soil is rich; topdress with compost yearly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eNo pruning needed; just remove damaged or tattered leaves as desired\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenewal Pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eNot needed; rhizomes will self-regulate spread\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivision Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be divided every 3-5 years in spring or fall to expand colonies or share with fellow gardeners\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Needs\/Perks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer-resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShade-tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollution-tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandles clay if amended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Hidden Gem Worth Digging Into\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanadian Wild Ginger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may not flaunt showy blooms, but it wins hearts with foliage and function. Whether you need a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshade-loving carpet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a native pollinator plant, or a fragrant curiosity from the Birthwort family, this Ginger's got you covered … literally!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrder now from Nature Hills Nursery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and we'll ship this fantastic native groundcover to your doorstep!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"jump-to-care\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"American Beauties","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737303445874,"sku":"20313","price":41.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/CanadianWildGinger.jpg?v=1766186166"},{"product_id":"sweet-woodruff","title":"Sweet Woodruff","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum) is an old-world perennial with delicate white, 4-petalled flowers that look wonderful with its dark green foliage! The sweet-smelling leaves are arranged in whorl around the square stem in evenly spaced intervals, with the starry flowers blooming at the top like stars over a green crown!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dried leaves and flowers are said to have a grassy vanilla odor like fresh grass and can be used for potpourri and insect repellant in your home. In Germany, the flowers are used to flavor young Riesling, called Maiwein (May Wine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalium blooms from late spring to early summer throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9, these are tender perennials that will completely die back to the ground in cold winters but will pop up in mass in the spring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis little perennial grows in woods and on shaded hedge banks and meadow edges in the dappled shade and near a tree canopy. Flowers are set on tender stalks, with narrow, bright-green leaves, and spread by way of underground rhizomes to form polite mats of textured 6 - 12 inch tall carpets of greenery!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantastic edging and borders, fill in the sides of a path or walkway, or your driveway with these frilly perennials! Use Sweet Woodruff as a front-of-the-garden border perennial, in a naturalized area, or as a groundcover beneath shrubs and trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shade-loving carpets will spread out to form a dense, lacy mat and choke out weeds, slow erosion on slopes, and make hard-to-mow hillsides shine! Hardy enough for Rock Gardens and airy enough for a pretty Cottage garden, even the Herb garden benefits from these perennials that are steeped in medicinal and culinary applications!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate Small White Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoves Dappled \u0026amp; Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant Foliage \u0026amp; Flowers - Stronger When Dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Leaves Arranged In Whorls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroundcover, Edging, Massing, Erosion \u0026amp; Weed-Blocking Carpets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalium requires full sun but will tolerate morning shade and moist, well-drained soil. Its deep-green foliage develops best in the half-shade, where the sunlight penetrates with difficulty. More shade is required in warm climates. Galium can spread very rapidly and must be planted in an area where it is able to take over or planted in dry soil with reduced moisture access. Clean the area up in the fall after the foliage dies back and top-dress with a layer of mulch or compost for the winter. Deer seldom bothers these aromatic plants!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives In Part\/Half Shade Sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to Low Moisture Once Established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove Foliage In Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet and petite, the Sweet Woodruff perennials are shade-loving ornamental groundcovers that should be included in your garden! Find yours at NatureHills.com!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Quart Container","offer_id":61461661876594,"sku":"00104E","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":60737340375410,"sku":"10337","price":29.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/sweet-woodruff-galium-odoratum.jpg?v=1775651678"}],"url":"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/collections\/shade-tolerant-x.oembed?page=3","provider":"Nature Hills Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}