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Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 7"-12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 2a-8b

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Hosta 'Little Red Rooster' plant details

Hosta 'Little Red Rooster' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green and red foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Little Red Rooster'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 7 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Little Red Rooster'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Semi upright mound of lance shaped, wavy, satin green leaves on top of red petioles; vigorous grower! Lavender flowers on top of red scapes. Plant 3/4 day sun to light shade. Small hosta.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Little Red Rooster' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Little Red Rooster'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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