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Hosta ‘Allan P. McConnell’
Plant number: 1.278.010
Hosta are among the most popular of perennials for shady areas, with hundreds of varieties now readily available. Plants form a sturdy mound of foliage, topped with lily-like blooms. This smaller selection forms a dense mound of bright green leaves with a thin white edge. Lavender flowers appear in July. Nice for edging. Suitable also for planting in mixed containers or tubs. Hosta go completely dormant in the fall, and the dying foliage can be removed any time before mid spring. Easily divided in either spring or fall, but plants may be left alone for years. Slugs may be a problem.
Further details for Hosta ‘Allan P. McConnell’
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Sun Exposure Partial Shade or Full Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
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Flower Colour Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer
Foliage Color Deep Green Variegated White
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Cut Flower Edging Rabbit Resistant Ground Cover Massed Woodland
Height 25-35 cm 10-14 inches
Spread 60-75 cm 23-29 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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