Night Before Christmas Plantain Lily
Night Before Christmas Plantain Lily
Hosta x 'Night Before Christmas'
Item #30498 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 - 9
Plant Description
Pure white centers edged by dark olive green borders create a superb landscape feature when combined with other bright-colored hostas and perennials. Pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage midsummer. The perfect plant for brightening full or dappled shade areas of the garden. Herbaceous perennial.
- OverviewLight Needs:Full shade to partial sunAverage Landscape Size:
Vigorous growing mound to 18 in. tall, 30 in. wide.Key Feature:Attractive FoliageBlooms:
Early Summer - DetailBotanical Pronunciation:HOSS-tuhPlant type:PerennialDeciduous/evergreen:HerbaceousGrowth rate:FastAverage landscape size:Vigorous growing mound to 18 in. tall, 30 in. wide.Special features:Gift PlantFoliage color:VariegatedBlooms:Early SummerFlower color:PurpleFlower attributesShowy Flowers
- CareCare InformationProvide enriched, slightly acidic, evenly moist soil. Thrives in dappled shade; avoid harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to maintain summer moisture, avoiding crowns. Shear spent flowers. Fertilize monthly. Cut back in fall or early spring.Light Needs:Full shade to partial sun
There are very few rules in gardening, but perhaps the most important one is to work within your zone. Choosing plants that grow and thrive in your particular climate is the very first step toward having a beautiful garden.
