Photo of Hosta 'Sun Power' foliage by Avant Gardens

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Hosta 'Sun Power'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 48"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Sun Power' plant details

Hosta 'Sun Power' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Sun Power'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 48 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, glowing, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, vase-shaped, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Sun Power'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A large sun-tolerant hosta with bright gold leaves that are slightly twisted providing a unique look. It is topped with lavender blooms in summer.
Sun Power is a fantastic golden Hosta Lily with long narrow pointed leaves that are slightly twisted and wavy. Creates a great textural effect. Pale lavender flowers on tall 36" scapes. Developed by Paul Alden and introduced in 1986.

By: Fantastic Plants

Upright mound of thick, very bright golden yellow leaves, prominently veined with widely undulating edges; an excellent gold hosta. Lavender flowers mid to late summer. Plant in partial sun to light shade. Large hosta.
Here is a brilliant gold that absolutely glows in the shade, but this Hosta is also known for its high degree of sun tolerance, Leaves are somewhat twisted and have good substance with an upright arching vase shape. Lavender flowers on 40" scapes. 48" W x 24" H.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Sun Power' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Sun Power'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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