Fantasy Island Hosta

Hosta x 'Fantasy Island'

Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh
SKU #07511
3-9

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OVERVIEW
Description An attractive dwarf variety, perfect for the front of a shaded border. Deep green, slightly wavy leaves have a unique, creamy yellow variegation. This sport of 'Island Charm' has improved vigor and increased sun tolerance. Spikes of deep lavender flowers emerge above dense foliage in midsummer. An herbaceous perennial.
Light Full shade, Partial shade
Watering Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Blooms Midsummer
Mature Size Moderate growing; forms foliage clump 7 to 10 in. tall, 12 to 15 in. wide.
DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Compact Form
Problems/Solutions Erosion Control
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
STYLE
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Variegated
Companion Plants Coral Bells (Heuchera); Anemone (Anemone); Astilbe (Astilbe); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lenten Rose (Helleborus);
CARE
Care 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.

This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-9

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