Hosta 'Alligator Shoes'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 13"-20"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Alligator Shoes' plant details

Hosta 'Alligator Shoes' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Alligator Shoes'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 13 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Alligator Shoes'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thick blue-green, rough pebbled leaves with narrow creamy white margins & random grey-green streaks jetting towards midrib; Pest resistant. Palest lavender flowers mid to late summer. Plant in morning sun for best affect otherwise full shade. Medium size hosta