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Hosta plantaginea
Hosta, Plantain Lily, Funkia
| These are the most dramatic and versatile of all foliage herb perennials. Their leaves are green to yellow to blue-green in color and range from finger-length to large frisbee in size. There are approximately 36 clump-forming species with more than 1000 cultivars and hybrids. Extremely hardy and long-lived, most thrive in shade. However, several varieties grow in full sun except in hot summer climates. Their roots compete against well-established plants. Easily transplanted and divided, Hosta's only weaknesses are slugs and snails in mild winter climates. |
One of the most fragrant Hostas, it has been grown in Chinese gardens for centuries. Its large, waxy white flowers appear in late summer and early fall. Plant near walkways and entrances. The heart-shaped leaves have prominent impressed veins.
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Attributes - Hosta plantaginea
Plant Type: Perennial
Bloom Season: Late Summer through Early Fall
Flower Color: White
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 1 ft. 6 in. to 2 ft.
Width: 3 ft.
Sunlight: Partial Sun, Shade
Climate: Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Notes: Fragrant.
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Hosta 'Francee', Hosta 'Ginko Craig', Hosta 'Gold Edger', Hosta 'Golden Tiara', Hosta 'Krossa Regal', Hosta 'Piedmont Gold', Hosta x 'Royal Standard', Hosta 'Sun Power', Hosta crispula, Hosta fortunei 'Aurea Marginata', Hosta fortunei 'Francee', Hosta fortunei 'Gold Standard', Hosta fortunei 'Hyancinthia', Hosta montana, Hosta sieboldiana 'Elegans', Hosta sieboldiana 'Frances Williams', Hosta tokudama, Hosta undulata 'Albo-marginata', Hosta ventricosa, Hosta ventricosa 'Aureo-marginata'
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