Photo of Hosta venusta Benedict Strain foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Hosta venusta Benedict Strain

Also Known As

  • Hosta 'Venusta Benedict Strain'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 10"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta venusta Benedict Strain plant details

Hosta venusta Benedict Strain is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender 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 venusta Benedict Strain

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta venusta Benedict Strain

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

4-6" tall and 8-10" wide. Light green leaves. Lavender-violet flowers in early summer have a whitish throat on short bloomscapes, 8-10" tall. Very small, perhaps smaller than the normal H. 'Venusta'

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Hosta venusta Benedict Strain plant

How to Grow Hosta venusta Benedict Strain

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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