Photo of Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 15"-20"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion' plant details

Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, variegated and white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, variegated and white
Mature size: 15 IN - 20 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Medium green with a slightly rippled pure white margin. Slightly shiny on top and dull underneath. Lance shaped leaves with a rounded base. Deep purple tubular flowers early July to early August.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Lakeside Explosion'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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