hosta 'fire island' Size:1 gallon

hosta 'fire island' Size:1 gallonmedium sized hosta with wavy foliage brilliant gold leaf accented by red petioles intensity of gold lessens by mid summer lavender blooms bloom time: august zone 3 height 35 40cm spread 70 80cm colour lavender hosta grow best in a rich, moist, well drained soil, in partial to full shade early to mid morning sun and dappled shade in the afternoon are ideal conditions for most hosta cultivars some are full sun tolerant, when consistent moisture is

but will thrive in any well-drained site

they will take some shade

as they take approximately three years to mature

grows best in an average to consistently moist

summer heat and humidity and dry or rocky soils

licorice-scented foliage can be used in teas and added to salads

spicy-scented flowers contain both male and female parts

spikes of long lasting blue flowers

best in afternoon shade

juglan tolerant

bloom time: mid-season

clusters of very fragrant