Hosta gracillima

Also Known As

Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 18"-20"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Hosta gracillima plant details

Hosta gracillima is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 gracillima

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 20 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta gracillima

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hosta gracillima is a small species from the island of Shikoku. Leaves are medium green, somewhat glossy, elongated and tapered, and nicely rippled. In my garden this has grown very well and has become a low dense clump. Flowers in summer are lavender. Great as a low edger or groundcover and somewhat uncommon in gardens.