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Hosta 'American Icon'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'American Icon' plant details

Hosta 'American Icon' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'American Icon'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'American Icon'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very large clump (up to 6 feet wide) of lightly rippled green leaves with wide golden margins. Pale lavender flowers in mid summer. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Very large hosta

Gardening facts about Hosta 'American Icon' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'American Icon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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