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Hosta kikutii f. leuconota
Also Known As
- Hosta 'Kikutii Pruinose'
- Hosta kikutii var. leuconata
- Plantain Lily
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 14"
- W: 28"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Hosta kikutii f. leuconota plant details
Hosta kikutii f. leuconota is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta kikutii f. leuconota
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 0 IN - 28 IN - wide, 0 IN - 14 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
- Uses: long-lived
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta kikutii f. leuconota
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: snail / slug, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A nice species hosta with long blue foliage. Forms a medium sized mound of thick slug resistant foliage. A great hosta with a different look that you don't see every day.
By: Botanophilia
Grey/green lance shaped leaves with very white undersides. Lavender flowers.
By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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Gardening facts about Hosta kikutii f. leuconota plant
How to Grow Hosta kikutii f. leuconota
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- snail / slug resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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