{"product_id":"hosta-cool-as-a-cucumber","title":"Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber' | Giant, White Centre, Lance-Leaf","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Elegant Cascade of Frosted Ivory and Emerald\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spectacular 2012 registration from Walters Gardens, Inc., Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber' is a huge sport of Hosta 'Cascades' that creates a massive, sweeping mound bringing serene movement to the Canadian landscape. Its long, lance-shaped leaves and crisp creamy-white-and-green variegation offer a cooling presence that persists through the most humid summer afternoons, whether brightening a deep shade pocket in a Vancouver woodland or anchoring a large border in a suburban Quebec garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassive Architectural Presence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaching a spread of 122 cm (48\"), this variety forms a grand, cascading silhouette that commands attention in large-scale borders and woodland gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Lanceolate Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves up to 36 cm (14\") long feature clear creamy-white centres with medium green margins, creating a clean and sophisticated contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLustrous Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A slightly shiny texture on both leaf surfaces catches dappled light to create a shimmering, luminous effect throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthereal Floral Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e In midsummer, tall scapes rising to 102 cm (40\") carry near-white tubular flowers that perfectly complement the variegation below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003e81 cm × 122 cm (32\" × 48\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy-white centre with medium green 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 to full shade\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 Because Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber' carries significant white variegation, it performs best in a spot protected from harsh afternoon sun to prevent the delicate centres from scorching. We treat this giant with the utmost care at our Bécancour, QC trial fields — waiting for spring emergence to visually verify the vigorous growth and stability of the ivory-and-emerald pattern, ensuring every plant is True to Type before it begins its journey to you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta Choice Gardens | Canada","offers":[{"title":"Trade 1 gallon","offer_id":48971992629500,"sku":"CAAC-3248-1G","price":19.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4.7\" pot (1st year \/ overwintered plants)","offer_id":48971992662268,"sku":"CAAC-3248-4","price":19.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8249\/6764\/files\/hosta-cool-as-a-cucumber-giant-white-centre-lance-leaf-9570786.jpg?v=1776226685","url":"https:\/\/www.hostachoicegardens.ca\/en-ca\/products\/hosta-cool-as-a-cucumber","provider":"Hosta Choice Gardens ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}