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Striptease Hosta
Hosta x 'Striptease'
Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh
SKU #02979
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 20 in. tall, 36 in. wide; blooms reach 24 to 30 in. tall.
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| Description | A medium-sized hosta with large, showy leaves that feature yellow-chartreuse centers irregularly lined in creamy white, with wide deep green margins. The lush foliage is accented by fragrant lavender-violet flowers on tall scapes in mid to late summer. A striking accent for shady borders. 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, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria) |
| 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 | A sport of H. 'Gold Standard', by breeders C. & R. Thompson. |
Details
| Description | A medium-sized hosta with large, showy leaves that feature yellow-chartreuse centers irregularly lined in creamy white, with wide deep green margins. The lush foliage is accented by fragrant lavender-violet flowers on tall scapes in mid to late summer. A striking accent for shady borders. 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, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria) |
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 | A sport of H. 'Gold Standard', by breeders C. & R. Thompson. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Striptease Hosta produce flowers?
Mid to late summer
Is Striptease Hosta evergreen or deciduous?
Striptease Hosta is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Striptease Hosta?
Striptease Hosta is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Striptease Hosta resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control
How fast does Striptease Hosta grow?
Striptease Hosta has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Striptease Hosta in my landscape?
Striptease Hosta is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover.
What color are Striptease Hosta flowers?
Striptease Hosta produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Striptease Hosta?
Striptease Hosta has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Striptease Hosta?
Good companion plants for Striptease Hosta include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria).
How do I care for Striptease 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 Striptease Hosta?
A sport of H. 'Gold Standard', by breeders C. & R. Thompson.
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