{"product_id":"hosta-halcyon","title":"Hosta 'Halcyon'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Halcyon'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beloved medium-sized perennial known for its striking, powdery blue-green leaves with a thick, leathery texture that holds color beautifully through the season. Growing to about 38–46 cm tall and spreading up to 90 cm wide, it's ideal for creating lush, low-maintenance shade borders, woodland gardens, or stunning container displays in your Ballarat garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact clump 38–46 cm tall by 50–90 cm wide, perfect for borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte, blue-green heart-shaped leaves with smooth edges and thick texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale lilac to blue-violet tubular blossoms in mid to late summer on slender stalks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in full to partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil—ideal for Ballarat's cooler climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately slug-resistant due to thick textured leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for shade gardens, mass planting, under trees, or containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in rich, well-draining soil and mulch to conserve moisture. Water regularly during dry periods, especially in summer. Avoid full sun exposure which can scorch the beautiful blue foliage. Divide every 3-4 years for renewal and to maintain vigor. Excellent for east-facing and south-facing areas in your garden where shade is abundant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38–46 cm | \u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–90 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moist, well-drained\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Navigators Nursery","offers":[{"title":"140mm","offer_id":47607686594730,"sku":"HOST-HAL-001","price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/6665\/1050\/files\/2B380011-192A-40B9-9C8C-E3F8F65A45DA.jpg?v=1762579444","url":"https:\/\/navigatorsnursery.shop\/products\/hosta-halcyon","provider":"Navigators Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}