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Buy Hosta 'Shade Parade'

Also Known As

Shade Parade Miniature Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 4"-8"

planting zones

3a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $17

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Hosta 'Shade Parade' plant details

Hosta 'Shade Parade' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender 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 'Shade Parade'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Shade Parade'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense mound of greenish yellow leaves with creamy white margins; Exellent grower & perfect for a front border or trough planting. Lavender flowers in July. Plant in light sun to full shade. Dwarf hosta.

By: Sebright Gardens

Greenish yellow centres and creamy white margins with lavender flowers in summer. 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!