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Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber'

Also Known As

Cool as a Cucumber Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber' plant details

Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer white 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 'Cool as a Cucumber'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, border plant, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Cool as a Cucumber'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Cool as a Cucumber' is a large sized, incredibly showy, tricolour Hosta. Its white variegated foliage is notably upright in youth but quickly develops into a gracefull arching mound. The long, pointed leaves have mid green margins which jet into light green towards the clear white centre. The flowers are white or light lilac. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Striking, cascading mound of long tapered, clear white leaves with bright green margins; Vigorous grower. Light lavender flowers in mid summer. Plant in afternoon shade or light shade all day. Large hosta.