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Also Known As

  • Hosta sieboldii f. subchrocea

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Subcrocea' plant details

Hosta 'Subcrocea' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse and gold foliage. In summer lavender and purple 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 'Subcrocea'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 12 wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Subcrocea'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Slightly wavy, upright mound of glowing yellow to chartreuse, lance shaped leaves with nicely rippled edges. Attractive pale purple flowers with darker purple stripes in late summer. Plant in morning sun to light shade; Minimal sun will enhance yellow color. Small hosta.
A sieboldii; yellow green with many small marginal undulations.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Subcrocea' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Subcrocea'

  • 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

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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