Hosta 'Cherry Tomato'

Also Known As

Cherry Tomato Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

3a-9b

Hosta 'Cherry Tomato' plant details

Hosta 'Cherry Tomato' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green, red, variegated and white foliage. In summer purple 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 'Cherry Tomato'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green, red, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, long-lived, miniature, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Cherry Tomato'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
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

A unique miniature sport of 'Cherry Berry' with improved leaf substance and vigour. Long, lance-shaped leaves are creamy yellow to white with wide, dark green margins and with red speckling on the petioles (leaf stems). Attractive purple flowers are held on striking red stems. 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!