{"product_id":"hosta-allegan-fog","title":"Hosta 'Allegan Fog' | Speckled Sophistication | Unique Medium-Sized Cultivar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eA Misty Masterpiece of Speckled Sophistication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosta 'Allegan Fog' is an extraordinary medium-sized cultivar that brings a unique, ethereal texture to the Canadian shade garden. Discovered as a sport of 'Fortunei Aurea' and registered by Ken Herrema in 2000, this variety is celebrated for its rare \"misty\" variegation pattern. The leaves feature a crisp, dark green margin that surrounds a parchment-white centre—but look closer, and you'll see the centre is heavily speckled and \"fogged\" with fine green dots. This intricate detailing creates a hazy, multidimensional effect that appears to shift as you move through the garden, making it a premier conversation piece for any collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Speckled Variegation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The parchment centre is uniquely \"misty,\" filled with delicate green flecking that gives the plant its namesake \"foggy\" appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWavy, Twisted Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heart-shaped leaves feature a distinct twist and a ruffled margin, adding a sense of swirling motion to the mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Contrast Borders:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark green margins provide a sharp, clean frame that makes the lighter centre truly pop in shaded corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpright to Mounding Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a dense, tidy clump (approx. 45 cm tall) that works beautifully as a front-of-the-border specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavender Summer Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces elegant lavender flowers on 60 cm scapes in midsummer, perfectly complementing the cool-toned foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.074%; height: 137.156px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 22.2439%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 74.5639%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2439%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.5639%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e48 cm Height \/ 100 cm Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2439%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.5639%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eCanadian Zones 3–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2439%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.5639%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eDark Green margins with a Speckled White\/Green centre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2439%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.5639%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePartial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrower's Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain the \"misty\" contrast of 'Allegan Fog,' we recommend a spot with dappled morning light; too much deep shade can cause the speckled centre to turn a more solid green over time. This variety is a reliable grower in our Quebec climate and is known for holding its variegation well into the late summer. At our nursery in Bécancour, QC, we meticulously monitor each division to ensure the signature \"fogging\" and twisted leaf shape are fully present before shipping. This \u003cstrong\u003eTrue to Type\u003c\/strong\u003e verification is our guarantee that you are receiving the authentic Herrema selection, ready to bring a touch of misty elegance to your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta Choice Gardens | Canada","offers":[{"title":"4.7\" pot (1st year plants) .","offer_id":46671543763196,"sku":"AF-1839-4","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trade 1 gallon (1-2 eye plants)","offer_id":47481643892988,"sku":"AF-1839-1G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8249\/6764\/files\/hosta-allegan-fog-hosta-clump-closeup-jpg.jpg?v=1743953760","url":"https:\/\/www.hostachoicegardens.ca\/en-ca\/products\/hosta-allegan-fog","provider":"Hosta Choice Gardens ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}