{"product_id":"hosta-applause","title":"Hosta 'Applause' with Stunning Upward Reaching Foliage","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eA Standing Ovation for Sculpted, Upward-Reaching Foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosta 'Applause' is a truly distinctive masterpiece that commands attention through its unusual, \"clapping\" form. Originally discovered as a sport of the dark-foliaged 'Edge of Night' by Hans Hansen and registered in partnership with Tony Avent in 2006, this cultivar is a must-have for Canadian collectors who appreciate architectural drama. Its heavily corrugated, dark green leaves are framed by a wide, creamy-white border, but the real showstopper is the way the foliage turns upward rather than laying flat, resembling hands joined in applause. This large, robust clump provides a rhythmic movement and a lively presence that can transform a static woodland garden into a dynamic landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature \"Hands Clapping\" Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unique, upward-cupped foliage creates a striking vertical silhouette that is rare among variegated hostas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold High-Contrast Margins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide, creamy-white borders pop against the deep, dark green centres, remaining vibrant throughout the Canadian growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavily Corrugated Texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e The thick, puckered leaf substance not only adds visual depth but also provides excellent resistance against common garden pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive Large Stature:\u003c\/strong\u003e At maturity, it forms a massive mound that can span over four feet wide, making it a perfect anchor for large-scale shade borders.\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\u003e70 cm Height \/ 140 cm Spread (28\" H \/ 55\" W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Canadian Zones 3–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark green centre with wide creamy-white margins\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 Sun to Light 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 fully appreciate the unique \"upward\" habit of Hosta 'Applause', give it plenty of room to reach its full 140 cm spread without being crowded by neighbouring plants. At our nursery in Bécancour, we monitor these clumps through their emergence to ensure that the distinctive \"clapping\" curl and wide margins are perfectly defined. This \u003cstrong\u003eTrue to Type\u003c\/strong\u003e verification process is our guarantee that you are receiving the authentic Hansen\/Avent specimen with its signature architectural flair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta Choice Gardens | Canada","offers":[{"title":"4.7\" pot (1st year \/ overwintered plants)","offer_id":47759520203004,"sku":"A-2855-4","price":17.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Trade 1 gallon (1-2 eye plants","offer_id":48794137526524,"sku":"A-2855-1G","price":17.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8249\/6764\/files\/image-coming-soon121-jpg.jpg?v=1771423874","url":"https:\/\/www.hostachoicegardens.ca\/en-ca\/products\/hosta-applause","provider":"Hosta Choice Gardens ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}