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Hosta ‘Gentle Giant’
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Hosta ‘Gentle Giant’


Hosta

 USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.700.620


Hosta are among the most popular of perennials for shady areas, with hundreds of varieties now readily available. Plants form sturdy mounds of foliage, topped with lily-like blooms. The outstanding specimen is large with an upright habit. Leaves are blue-green and corrugated, cupped, and twisted. Lavender flowers in summer. Good slug-resistance. Also good 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.

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Hosta ‘Gentle Giant’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
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 		Flower Colour
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Blue
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland
Height
   90-115 cm
   35-45 inches
Spread
   150-170 cm
   59-66 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.