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Fire And Ice Hosta
Hosta x 'Fire and Ice'
Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh
SKU #01749
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 14 to 16 in. tall, spreading 12 to 24 in. wide.
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| Description | This variegated hosta has slightly twisted leaves that feature white centers and green margins. Creates a wonderful edging in shaded gardens and borders. Lovely lavender flower stalks with white scapes rise above the foliage clumps throughout summer. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Design Ideas | Exceptional hosta for massing beneath the canopy of shade trees. Perfect for fleshing out foundation beds under low windows. Popular candidate for sideyards and smaller urban plots suffering from over-influence by multistory buildings. A real standout in large pots. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Fern (Polystichum); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| 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 | The genus Hostacontains over forty different species mostly native to China and Japan. H. plantaginea, from which most ofour modern hybrids descend reached Europe in the 1780s. It was first introducced from China by French botanist, Lamarck. Much breeding has produced a huge range of platns with a variety of qualities. This cultivar is a sport of Hosta 'Patriot'. |
| Lore | Hosta is the grown up cousin to the plantain weed, which came to America with colonials. It naturalized so easily that Native American's claimed it sprang up wherever the white man walked. |
Details
| Description | This variegated hosta has slightly twisted leaves that feature white centers and green margins. Creates a wonderful edging in shaded gardens and borders. Lovely lavender flower stalks with white scapes rise above the foliage clumps throughout summer. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Exceptional hosta for massing beneath the canopy of shade trees. Perfect for fleshing out foundation beds under low windows. Popular candidate for sideyards and smaller urban plots suffering from over-influence by multistory buildings. A real standout in large pots. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Fern (Polystichum); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
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 | The genus Hostacontains over forty different species mostly native to China and Japan. H. plantaginea, from which most ofour modern hybrids descend reached Europe in the 1780s. It was first introducced from China by French botanist, Lamarck. Much breeding has produced a huge range of platns with a variety of qualities. This cultivar is a sport of Hosta 'Patriot'. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Hosta is the grown up cousin to the plantain weed, which came to America with colonials. It naturalized so easily that Native American's claimed it sprang up wherever the white man walked. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Fire And Ice Hosta produce flowers?
Summer
Is Fire And Ice Hosta evergreen or deciduous?
Fire And Ice Hosta is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Fire And Ice Hosta?
Fire And Ice Hosta is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Fire And Ice Hosta resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control
How fast does Fire And Ice Hosta grow?
Fire And Ice Hosta has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Fire And Ice Hosta in my landscape?
Fire And Ice Hosta is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
How can I use Fire And Ice Hosta in my garden design?
Exceptional hosta for massing beneath the canopy of shade trees. Perfect for fleshing out foundation beds under low windows. Popular candidate for sideyards and smaller urban plots suffering from over-influence by multistory buildings. A real standout in large pots.
What color are Fire And Ice Hosta flowers?
Fire And Ice Hosta produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Fire And Ice Hosta?
Fire And Ice Hosta has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Fire And Ice Hosta?
Good companion plants for Fire And Ice Hosta include: Fern (Polystichum); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Fire And Ice 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 Fire And Ice Hosta?
The genus Hostacontains over forty different species mostly native to China and Japan. H. plantaginea, from which most ofour modern hybrids descend reached Europe in the 1780s. It was first introducced from China by French botanist, Lamarck. Much breeding has produced a huge range of platns with a variety of qualities. This cultivar is a sport of Hosta 'Patriot'.
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