Hosta 'Tardiflora'

Also Known As

Hosta tardiflora

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Hosta 'Tardiflora' plant details

Hosta 'Tardiflora' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall lavender flowers emerge. 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 'Tardiflora'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall
Uses: big leaves, clumping, container plant, fall color, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Tardiflora'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
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

Dense mound of narrow & thick, glossy dark green leaves. Makes an excellent rock garden or edger hosta. Attractive pale bluish lavender flowers in fall. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Small hosta.

By: Sebright Gardens

A small hosta with dark green lance like leaves quickly forming 12" clumps. It is perhaps most noteworthy for its very pretty display of lavender flowers in early fall.