Hosta 'Tortifrons'

Also Known As

Hosta tortifrons

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-8"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Tortifrons' plant details

Hosta 'Tortifrons' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer 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 'Tortifrons'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Tortifrons'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delightful little hosta is very different and quite eye-catching! The shiny, narrow, upright leaves of this rarely seen 6" mounder are twisted and turned and look a bit like plantain leaves. Masses of lovely pale-lavender blooms appear in late-summer into fall. This charming perennial will slowly spread to about 18" wide; it is the perfect choice for ground cover, accent, container, or rockery. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Narrow twisted dark green leaves. Mini.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

6" tall. Dark green with a flat, hairline lighter green margin; slightly shiny on top, very shiny underneath; moderately twisted, lance shaped leaves with a tapered base. Light lavender striped flowers. Can be a difficult hosta to keep over the winter. We cover ours with an aquarium, not so much for protection from the cold, but to keep the crown dry. Ours has survived a number of years and increased in both the height of the clump and the number of divisions.