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Whirlwind Hosta

Hosta 'Whirlwind'

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Overview

The Whirlwind Hosta is a dynamic perennial, boasting twisted leaves with creamy centers and dark green margins. This shade-loving specimen reaches up to 16 inches in height with a spread of 36 inches. Its striking foliage, coupled with lavender bell-shaped flowers in midsummer, provides an eye-catching display. Resilient to USDA Zones 3-9, it prefers moist, well-drained soil. Perfect for adding texture and contrast to woodland gardens.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Climate Temperate
Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — The Whirlwind Hosta is a dynamic perennial, boasting twisted leaves with creamy centers and dark green margins
Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — This shade-loving specimen reaches up to 16 inches in height with a spread of 36 inchesWhirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — Its striking foliage, coupled with lavender bell-shaped flowers in midsummer, provides an eye-catching displayWhirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — Resilient to USDA Zones 3-9, it prefers moist, well-drained soilWhirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — Perfect for adding texture and contrast to woodland gardens

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — The Whirlwind Hosta is a dynamic perennial, boasting twisted leaves with creamy centers and dark green margins
Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — This shade-loving specimen reaches up to 16 inches in height with a spread of 36 inches
Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — Its striking foliage, coupled with lavender bell-shaped flowers in midsummer, provides an eye-catching display
Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — Resilient to USDA Zones 3-9, it prefers moist, well-drained soil
Whirlwind Hosta (Hosta 'Whirlwind') — Perfect for adding texture and contrast to woodland gardens

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