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El Nino Hosta
Hosta tardiflora 'El Nino' ; CPBR #2662
Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh tar-dee-FLOR-uh
SKU #43025
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; forms foliage clump 14 to 20 in. tall, 28 to 40 in. wide.
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| Description | A medium-sized hosta with lovely, chalky blue-green, heart-shaped leaves with distinctive creamy yellow margins that whiten as the foliage matures. Violet-blue bell-shaped flowers appear on upright stems from mid to late summer. Pairs well with bright, variegated hosta varieties. The thick, sturdy foliage resists slug damage. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Astilbe (Astilbe); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Mukdenia (Mukdenia) |
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring. |
| History | 'El Nino' is a selection from a controlled cross-pollination in Noordwijk, The Netherlands, of female (seed) parent Hosta x 'Halycon' (a Tardiana group hosta) and an unidentified H. tardiflora male (pollen) parent. |
Details
| Description | A medium-sized hosta with lovely, chalky blue-green, heart-shaped leaves with distinctive creamy yellow margins that whiten as the foliage matures. Violet-blue bell-shaped flowers appear on upright stems from mid to late summer. Pairs well with bright, variegated hosta varieties. The thick, sturdy foliage resists slug damage. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Astilbe (Astilbe); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Mukdenia (Mukdenia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring. |
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History
| History | 'El Nino' is a selection from a controlled cross-pollination in Noordwijk, The Netherlands, of female (seed) parent Hosta x 'Halycon' (a Tardiana group hosta) and an unidentified H. tardiflora male (pollen) parent. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does El Nino Hosta produce flowers?
Mid to late summer
Is El Nino Hosta evergreen or deciduous?
El Nino Hosta is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of El Nino Hosta?
El Nino Hosta is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is El Nino Hosta resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control
How fast does El Nino Hosta grow?
El Nino Hosta has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use El Nino Hosta in my landscape?
El Nino Hosta is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are El Nino Hosta flowers?
El Nino Hosta produces Violet-blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of El Nino Hosta?
El Nino Hosta has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with El Nino Hosta?
Good companion plants for El Nino Hosta include: Astilbe (Astilbe); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Mukdenia (Mukdenia).
How do I care for El Nino Hosta?
Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
What is the history of El Nino Hosta?
'El Nino' is a selection from a controlled cross-pollination in Noordwijk, The Netherlands, of female (seed) parent Hosta x 'Halycon' (a Tardiana group hosta) and an unidentified H. tardiflora male (pollen) parent.
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