{"product_id":"hosta-red-ninja","title":"Hosta Red Ninja","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Hosta Like No Other\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosta RED NINJA ('Nk2021') has taken the gardening world by storm after being named Chelsea Plant of the Year 2026. Bred by Dutch plantsman Ninja Kramer, this exciting new variety stands out thanks to its bold red leaf stems and impressive sun tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many red-stemmed Hostas, RED NINJA keeps its rich crimson stems from spring right through to autumn. They don't fade or turn green, creating a striking contrast with the deep green leaves all season long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose RED NINJA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Hostas with red stems only keep their colour for a short time. RED NINJA is different. Its bright red stems stay colourful throughout the growing season, making it a real feature in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also much more tolerant of sunshine than most Hostas. While it still grows well in shade, it can also thrive in sunnier spots where many other Hostas struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether planted in borders, woodland gardens or containers, RED NINJA brings colour, texture and interest wherever it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAward: Chelsea Plant of the Year 2026\u003cbr\u003eBreeder: Ninja Kramer\u003cbr\u003eFoliage: Deep green leaves with bright red leaf stems\u003cbr\u003ePosition: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter\u003cbr\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy to approximately -23°C\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Herbaceous perennial\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for: Borders, woodland gardens, containers and mixed planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant in spring or early autumn.\u003cbr\u003eChoose a sunny or partially shaded position.\u003cbr\u003eImprove the soil with compost or well-rotted organic matter before planting.\u003cbr\u003eLeave 45-60cm between plants to allow room for growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry weather.\u003cbr\u003eApply a layer of mulch in spring to help retain moisture.\u003cbr\u003eFeed with a balanced slow-release fertiliser in early spring.\u003cbr\u003eProtect new shoots from slugs and snails.\u003cbr\u003eDivide mature plants every three to four years to keep them healthy.\u003cbr\u003eWinter Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRED NINJA is a fully hardy perennial that returns every year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the leaves to die back naturally in autumn before cutting them away. In colder areas, a layer of mulch over the crown will provide extra winter protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DutchGrown - EU - Spring","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":55595876024696,"sku":"C400","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"3","offer_id":55595876057464,"sku":"C400","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"6","offer_id":55595876090232,"sku":"C400","price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2873\/4375\/files\/Hosta_Red_Ninja-1_ab3e8dc1-dbce-45eb-8241-c6a1b237f5a7.jpg?v=1783066961","url":"https:\/\/www.dutchgrown.eu\/products\/hosta-red-ninja","provider":"DutchGrown - EU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}