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Hosta 'Sunlight Sister'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 32"
  • W: 36"-48"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

Hosta 'Sunlight Sister' plant details

Hosta 'Sunlight Sister' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - 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 'Sunlight Sister'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 32 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Sunlight Sister'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This impressive sun-tolerant gold grows to clumps of 3-4' wide x 2' high with 32" flower stems; a stable gold sister to H. ?Elata?. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Sunlight Sister' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Sunlight Sister'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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