{"product_id":"hosta-bud-lite","title":"Hosta 'Bud Lite' | Glossy Green Hosta, Dark Red Petioles \u0026 Scapes","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eRed-Hot Sophistication: A Bold Statement in the Shade Garden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't let the name fool you — there is nothing understated about the impact of Hosta 'Bud Lite'. This Doug Beilstein introduction is a masterclass in contrast, pairing high-gloss greenery with some of the most intense red colouration found in the hosta world. It is an upright, vase-shaped specimen designed to draw the eye upward, revealing a dramatic splash of wine-red that most hostas can only dream of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Gloss Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features shiny, medium green leaves that are ovate and slightly cupped, creating a polished, reflective look in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Red Petioles\u003c\/strong\u003e: The long, sturdy stems are a deep, dark red, showcased perfectly by the plant's elegant upright habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeckled Flower Scapes\u003c\/strong\u003e: In late summer, it sends up straight red scapes that are uniquely speckled, adding a layer of intricate detail to the garden border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e: The show concludes with reddish-purple buds that open into vibrant purple flowers with distinct white interior markings.\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\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (H × W)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 cm × 91 cm (18″ × 36″)\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\u003eShiny green leaves; dark red stems; purple flowers\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 filtered shade (morning sun ideal)\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 appreciate the dark red petioles of 'Bud Lite', plant it in a slightly elevated spot or a tall container — this lifts the foliage to eye level, ensuring those striking stems aren't hidden by surrounding ground cover. Following our \u003cstrong\u003eTrue to Type\u003c\/strong\u003e protocol, we wait for the first shiny leaves and red petioles to emerge at our Bécancour nursery, verifying the health and upright form of every plant before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta Choice Gardens | Canada","offers":[{"title":"Trade 1 gallon (1-2 eye plants)","offer_id":48830780637436,"sku":"BL-1828-1G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4.7\" pot (1st year plant)","offer_id":48830780670204,"sku":"BL-1828-4","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8249\/6764\/files\/image-coming-soon137-jpg.jpg?v=1773010978","url":"https:\/\/www.hostachoicegardens.ca\/en-ca\/products\/hosta-bud-lite","provider":"Hosta Choice Gardens ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}