{"product_id":"hosta-blackfoot","title":"Hosta Blackfoot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"34\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eBlackfoot Hosta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"52\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eHosta 'Blackfoot' is a refined miniature to small hosta variety, ideal for collectors or gardeners seeking compact interest in shaded spaces. It features narrow, lance-shaped leaves with a bright gold centre and striking dark green margins, offering strong contrast and vibrant appeal. The foliage forms a neat, low mound, perfect for edging shaded paths, filling gaps in rockeries, or as a textural element in container gardens. 'Blackfoot' prefers moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and will flourish in part shade to full shade conditions, which makes it well-suited to Melbourne’s climate. During summer, it sends up short flower scapes with pale lavender blooms that are subtly fragrant and attract pollinators. 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