{"product_id":"hosta-age-of-gold","title":"Hosta 'Age of Gold' | Masterpiece by Breeder Hans Hansen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring the Sun into Your Shade Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosta 'Age of Gold' is a masterpiece from the legendary breeder Hans Hansen, introduced through Walters Gardens in 2018. This stunning hybrid is the result of crossing an unnamed seedling of H. 'Elatior' with the vibrant 'American Sweetheart'. It was specifically bred to act as a botanical spotlight, featuring massive, heart-shaped leaves that emerge a brilliant golden-yellow and maintain their radiance throughout the Canadian growing season. As it matures, the foliage develops a sophisticated, light corrugation that adds architectural depth to woodland borders and shade beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuminous Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, smooth, heart-shaped leaves in a striking shade of golden yellow that brightens even the deepest garden corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArchitectural Presence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a dense, upright-spreading mound habit that can reach an impressive 5 feet in width, making it a true specimen plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidsummer Elegance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topped with tall, 4-foot scapes bearing near-white, tubular flowers that feature a delicate, pale lavender interior pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlug Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e While no hosta is entirely immune, 'Age of Gold' is noted for its good resistance to slug damage, keeping its golden leaves pristine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–28\" Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanadian Zones 3–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant Golden-Yellow Foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial Shade to Full Shade; tolerates morning sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrower's Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo achieve the most intense gold colouration in our northern climate, we recommend a site with dappled afternoon shade or gentle morning sun. At our Bécancour nursery, we meticulously observe the spring emergence of every 'Age of Gold' to ensure the variegation and leaf texture are \u003cstrong\u003eTrue to Type\u003c\/strong\u003e. We never ship a dormant crown; your plant only leaves our Quebec facility once it has proven its health and golden vitality, ensuring it is ready to thrive immediately in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta Choice Gardens | Canada","offers":[{"title":"4.7\" pot (1st year plant \/ overwintered)","offer_id":46669591052540,"sku":"AOG-2558-4","price":16.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trade 1 gallon (1-2 eye plants)","offer_id":48836858675452,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8249\/6764\/files\/hosta-age-of-gold-clump-with-blooms-jpg.jpg?v=1743953761","url":"https:\/\/www.hostachoicegardens.ca\/en-ca\/products\/hosta-age-of-gold","provider":"Hosta Choice Gardens ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}