Hosta 'Rare Breed'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 20"-30"
W: 24"-30"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Rare Breed' plant details

Hosta 'Rare Breed' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender 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 'Rare Breed'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 20 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Rare Breed'

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 gorgeous tricolor hosta has centres of yellow aging to creaming white surrounded by light green and then dark green. Foliage is slightly cupped when mature. Lavender flowers in summer.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Semi upright mound of beautiful tri-colored leaves. Green margins surround creamy to crisp white centers & army green jetting between the two colors; Striking! Pale Lavender flowers in mid to late summer. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Large hosta. *Inquire before ordering