Forbidden Fruit Hosta
Hosta x 'Forbidden Fruit' PP #24,001
SKU #30149
| Description | Thick blue-green leaves with a yellow center hold great color and form until frost. This vigorous grower quickly forms a neat mound, great for groundcover, edging or accent. Lavender blooms in summer. |
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| Light | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Watering | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Blooms | Summer |
| Mature Size | Reaches 2 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Care | Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposure. Water deeply, regularly in the 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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-9
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