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Garden Diary
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Hosta plantaginea
Fragrant Plantainlily |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.278.570
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. Also known as the August Lily, this species has light green leaves, and a grand display of huge, sweetly fragrant flowers in late summer. Requires part sun to flower reliably. 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. A historical species.
Further details for
Hosta plantaginea
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Partial 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
White
Blooming Time
Late Summer
Early Fall
Foliage Color
Light Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Rabbit Resistant
Fragrant
Massed
Specimen
Woodland
Height
55-65 cm
21-25 inches
Spread
90-120 cm
35-47 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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