Hosta 'Alakazaam'

Also Known As

Alakazaam Hosta

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5"
W: 10"-12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Alakazaam' plant details

Hosta 'Alakazaam' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Alakazaam'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 5 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: clumping, container plant, long-lived, miniature, unique, wavy leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Alakazaam'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spreading mound of narrow & thick, very wavy bright yellow leaves that age to white in summer with narrow medium green centers. Pale purple flowers on 2’ scapes in August. Plant afternoon shade to light shade. Small hosta.

By: Sebright Gardens

This flashy miniature hosta has long, narrow leaves with green and bright yellow variegation and ruffled margins. The yellow brightens to creamy white in summer. The stiff, horizontal petioles (leaf stems) hold the foliage in an attractive horizontal mound. Miniature hostas are great in shady containers or troughs, at the front of the border or along pathways. Dangerous for collectors who will want to have many more than just one!

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

For those who prefer to collect miniature Hosta, here's a flashy little number sporting long narrow green leaves with yellow ruffled edges. 'Alakazaam' forms clumps 5" tall by 12" wide. Lavender flowers on 18" stalks provide additional color in late summer.