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Hosta 'Medusa'

Also Known As

  • Medusa Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 2a-9b

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Hosta 'Medusa' plant details

Hosta 'Medusa' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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 'Medusa'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Medusa'

USDA Zones: 2a - 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

Long, smooth & slightly twisted emerald dark green with centers of yellow turning ivory white. Lavender flowers in late summer. Plant in morning sun to medium shade. Miniature hosta.
A gracillima hybrid with extremely long snaky leaves with a rippling green margin surrounding a yellow center and topped by purple flowers, the name brings back memories of one of the best hunting hawks I ever owned.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Medusa' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Medusa'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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