Loyalist Plantain Lily
Loyalist Plantain Lily
Hosta x 'Loyalist'
Item #2183 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 - 9
Plant Description
Gorgeous deep green-edged leaves with nearly pure white centers hold their color all season. Thick, resilient foliage forms a substantial clump, topped in mid-summer with tall spikes of creamy white flowers. Stunning in a shady garden bed or in containers. Resists slug damage. Herbaceous perennial.
- OverviewLight Needs:Full shade to partial sunWatering Needs:Requires regular watering- weekly or more often in extreme heatAverage Landscape Size:
12-24" H x 24-36" WKey Feature:Dramatic Foliage for ShadeBlooms:
Summer - DetailBotanical Pronunciation:HOSS-tuhPlant type:PerennialDeciduous/evergreen:HerbaceousAverage landscape size:12-24" H x 24-36" WSpecial features:Gift PlantBlooms:SummerFlower color:WhiteFlower 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 sunWatering Needs:Requires regular watering- weekly or more often in extreme heat
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.
