Plantaginea Hosta

Hosta Plantaginea

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Overview

The Plantaginea Hosta, or Hosta plantaginea, is noted for its lush foliage and striking white, fragrant flowers. Preferring partial to full shade, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soil. Its broad, glossy leaves typically span up to 18 inches long, with the plant reaching a height of 15-24 inches. Space these perennials 36 inches apart for optimal growth. Blooming occurs in late summer, adding a dash of brightness to shady areas.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 2–9Climate Temperate

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Preferring partial to full shade, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soil

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Its broad, glossy leaves typically span up to 18 inches long, with the plant reaching a height of 15-24 inches

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Space these perennials 36 inches apart for optimal growth

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Blooming occurs in late summer, adding a dash of brightness to shady areas

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — commonly referred to as Hosta plantaginea

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — is a captivating perennial that can serve as a standout addition to your landscape design

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Preferring partial to full shade, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soil

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 2–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Liliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — is noted for its lush foliage and striking white

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Its broad, glossy leaves typically span up to 18 inches long, with the plant reaching a height of 15-24 inches

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Space these perennials 36 inches apart for optimal growth

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Blooming occurs in late summer, adding a dash of brightness to shady areas

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — commonly referred to as Hosta plantaginea

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — is a captivating perennial that can serve as a standout addition to your landscape design

Plantaginea Hosta (Hosta Plantaginea) — Preferring partial to full shade, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soil

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