Hosta 'White Dove'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 21"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'White Dove' plant details

Hosta 'White Dove' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer white 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 'White Dove'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 21 IN wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, dwarf, long-lived, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'White Dove'

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 rarely encountered selection from Herb Benedict forms narrow, arching green leaves with a clean white margin. Pure white flowers compliment the clump in late summer. Excellent for edging, along pathways and in containers.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Narrow green leaves surrounded by light rippled, pure white margins; Nice substance. Stunning, large white flowers in August. Plant in afternoon shade. Dwaf hosta.