{"product_id":"terms-of-endearment-hosta-live-bare-root-giant-hosta-3-inch-starter-plant-blue-green-variegated-shade-perennial-large-foliage-hosta","title":"Terms of Endearment Hosta - Bare Root 3 Inch Starter Plant | Blue Green Variegated Shade Perennial","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd elegant color and impressive foliage to your shade garden with Terms of Endearment Hosta, a large hosta prized for its blue-green leaves and bright non-burning yellow margins. This improved sport of the classic Frances Williams Hosta features moderately corrugated foliage with smooth edges that highlight its striking variegation throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts large mounding habit creates dramatic texture and structure in woodland gardens, shaded borders, hosta collections, and landscape plantings. In early to midsummer, soft white flowers rise just above the foliage, adding seasonal interest and attracting pollinators. Terms of Endearment combines the classic beauty of blue hostas with improved color stability and exceptional garden performance. These healthy starter plants ship bare-root and are ready for planting upon arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 live Terms of Endearment Hosta\u003cbr\u003eBare-root starter plant\u003cbr\u003eBlue-green variegated foliage variety\u003cbr\u003eHealthy perennial shade plant\u003cbr\u003eSecure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Terms of Endearment Hosta\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Hosta ‘Terms of Endearment’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Herbaceous perennial\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Bare-root starter plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Shade to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 29 inches\u003cbr\u003eMature Width: Approximately 66 inches\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 3–9\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, especially in large containers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in partial to full shade with rich organic soil to maintain the vibrant blue foliage and bright yellow margins. Consistent moisture helps support lush healthy growth throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MikesPlants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499594182788,"sku":null,"price":63.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_8_55ed7877-1df9-437f-af6b-6d86fb2ed4c2.jpg?v=1783659698","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/terms-of-endearment-hosta-live-bare-root-giant-hosta-3-inch-starter-plant-blue-green-variegated-shade-perennial-large-foliage-hosta","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}