Hosta 'Flash Forward'

Also Known As

Flash Forward Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

3a-9b

Hosta 'Flash Forward' plant details

Hosta 'Flash Forward' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly 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 'Flash Forward'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Flash Forward'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Flash Forward' is a sport of 'Deja Blu' with wider and more pronounced variegation. It has blue-green to medium green leaves with chartreuse margins which lighten to yellow-green in summer. As the leaves mature, they develop a characteristic white lightning bolt between the centre and the margin. The flowers are light lavender. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.