Hosta 'Devil's Advocate'

Also Known As

Devils Advocate Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

3a-9b

Hosta 'Devil's Advocate' plant details

Hosta 'Devil's Advocate' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, green and variegated foliage. In summer white 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 'Devil's Advocate'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Devil's Advocate'

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

This sport of 'Blue Angel' forms a giant, upright mound of blue-green leaves with green margins. The foliage becomes showier as the season progresses and the margins brighten to light apple green. The leaves have heavy substance and are slug resistant. White flowers. A fast grower.