Buy Hosta 'Whirlwind'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 20"
W: 40"

planting zones

3a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $12

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Hosta 'Whirlwind' plant details

Hosta 'Whirlwind' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 'Whirlwind'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 40 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, border plant, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Whirlwind'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Perennial for shade. Dark green edged leaves are continually changing throughout the year. In the spring the center is white with green veining, then light green in mid-summer and changing to dark green by late summer. Leaves are held upright, creating an unusual habit for a hosta. Lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

Heavily textured, glistening leaves with white centers aging to light green with very dark, olive green margins and celadon streaks jetting towards midrib plus widely spaced veins. Pinkish lavender flowers from rich violet buds in high summer. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Medium size hosta.

By: Sebright Gardens

Popular with good reason, this incredible selection combines streaky yellowish-white flares encircled by very dark green margins. PSh/Med

By: Forestfarm

A shiny dark green margin surrounds the center which changes from pale green to creamy white with green striping during the growing season. Leaves are slightly twisted and curved. Good substance. Lavender flowers on 30" scapes. Fast grower.