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The foliage contrasts nicely with the large red stems that bear purple flowers during the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoodland situations are ideal for this perennial as it thrives in shade or partial-shade. Perfect for edging of borders and growing in containers, this plant can be used in a variety of situations providing the soil is humus-rich and moisture-retentive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight x Spread: 30cm x 30cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hardys Cottage Garden Plants","offers":[{"title":"3 Litre","offer_id":53128494842198,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/4928\/0598\/files\/Hosta_CherryBerry.jpg?v=1776313401"},{"product_id":"hosta-tardiana-group-halcyon","title":"Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Halcyon'","description":"\u003cp\u003eTextured blue\/grey heart-shape foliage appears in a compact, clump-forming mound. 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