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Hosta 'Dancing in the Rain'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Dancing in the Rain' plant details

Hosta 'Dancing in the Rain' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and 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 'Dancing in the Rain'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Dancing in the Rain'

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

Heavily textured , round, very thick & leathery leaves of white with satiny blue edges; Vase shaped clump. Most Stunning! Opalescent lavender flowers in early summer. Plant in morning and/or evening sun then full shade rest of day. Large hosta.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Dancing in the Rain' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Dancing in the Rain'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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