{"product_id":"hosta-american-prayers","title":"Hosta 'American Prayers' - Rare cultivar for Collectors, Van Wade Introduction","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA Serene Haven of Corrugated Gold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosta 'American Prayers' is an exquisite medium-sized cultivar that brings a sense of refined peace and botanical heritage to the Canadian shade garden. Originally introduced by the legendary Van Wade of Wade and Gatton Nursery in Ohio, this selection is often cited by experts, including Mark Zilis in \u003cem\u003eThe Hostapedia\u003c\/em\u003e, as the \"true form\" of the classic 'Golden Prayers'. It is highly prized for its exceptional texture, featuring thick leaves that emerge in a soft chartreuse and mature into a brilliant, sun-kissed golden yellow. Whether used as a specimen in a collection or to illuminate a dark garden border, 'American Prayers' offers a sturdy, architectural presence that reliably anchors the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavily Corrugated Texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features deep, rhythmic puckering across the leaf surface that adds incredible tactile depth and visual interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadiant Golden Shift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch as the foliage transitions from a fresh spring chartreuse to a luminous, buttery gold by midsummer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Leaf Substance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The thick, leathery leaves are exceptionally durable, providing superior natural resistance to slug damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy Compact Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a dense, tidy mound that is perfect for the front of a border or for high-impact container displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate Summer Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces beautiful, pale lavender to near-white flowers in late June, attracting local pollinators to your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\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\u003e38 cm Height \/ 76 cm Width\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\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChartreuse to Golden Yellow; Pale Lavender flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial Shade to Filtered Shade (Morning sun enhances gold)\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 truly see the \"gold\" in 'American Prayers,' site it in a location with dappled morning sun; while it handles deep shade remarkably well, the yellow tones reach their peak vibrancy with a bit of filtered light. At our nursery in \u003cstrong\u003eBécancour, QC\u003c\/strong\u003e, we carefully monitor this Wade selection to ensure the heavy corrugation and specific golden-yellow shift are fully evident. We never ship until we visually verify the health and \u003cstrong\u003eTrue to Type\u003c\/strong\u003e characteristics of each plant upon its spring emergence. This ensures you receive a verified, robust plant ready to bring its serene elegance to your Canadian garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta Choice Gardens | Canada","offers":[{"title":"4.7\" pot (2nd year plants)","offer_id":47582514905340,"sku":"AP-1530-4","price":26.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Trade 1 gallon (1-2 eye plants)","offer_id":48862700437756,"sku":"AP-1530-1G","price":26.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8249\/6764\/files\/hosta-american-prayers-leaf-closeup-jpg.jpg?v=1744839038","url":"https:\/\/www.hostachoicegardens.ca\/en-ca\/products\/hosta-american-prayers","provider":"Hosta Choice Gardens ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}