Hosta 'Lakeside Down Sized'

Also Known As

Hosta 'Lakeside Downsized'
Lakeside Down Sized Hosta
Lakeside Down Sized Plantain Lily
Lakeside Downsized Miniature Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 12"-16"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Hosta 'Lakeside Down Sized' plant details

Hosta 'Lakeside Down Sized' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. 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 'Lakeside Down Sized'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 16 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Lakeside Down Sized'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
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

This medium growing mini hosta has pale green centres with a rippled, creamy white margin. Pale purple flowers. Miniature hostas are great in shady containers or troughs, at the front of the border or along pathways. Dangerous for collectors who will want to have many more than just one!

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

'Lakeside Down Sized' is a very fast growing small hosta that is great for the front of the shaded garden. Bright green leaves with white margins quickly form a dense mound of foliage. Purple flowers in summer. One of the best mini-small hostas for garden use due to its fast growth.