Photo by Sebright Gardens
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Hosta 'Key West'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 29"-37"
- W: 60"-88"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Hosta 'Key West' plant details
Hosta 'Key West' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse and gold foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Key West'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and gold
- Mature size: 60 IN - 88 IN - wide, 29 IN - 37 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Key West'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Huge mound of medium gold, thick, lightly wavy, very large leaves. White flowers in mid-summer. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Giant hosta.
By: Sebright Gardens
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How to Grow Hosta 'Key West'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
- chartreuse
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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