Aphrodite Plantain Lily
Hosta plantaginea 'Aphrodite'
Unusual variety treasured for its double white highly fragrant flowers held on tall stems. Deep green glossy foliage is elegant and attractive. Adds floral interest to hosta beds. Spot into shaded borders or mixed plantings beneath trees. Herbaceous.
| Key feature: | Fragrant |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 3 - 8 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Vigorous to 15 in. tall, 15 to 18 in. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Flower attributes: | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 3698 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
Unusual variety treasured for its double white highly fragrant flowers held on tall stems. Deep green glossy foliage is elegant and attractive. Adds floral interest to hosta beds. Spot into shaded borders or mixed plantings beneath trees. Herbaceous.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
| Key feature: | Fragrant |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 3 - 8 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Vigorous to 15 in. tall, 15 to 18 in. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Flower attributes: | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 3698 |
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