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Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"
W: 48"

planting zones

3a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $19

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Hosta 'Fat Cat' plant details

Hosta 'Fat Cat' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. 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 'Fat Cat'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 48 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Fat Cat'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thick & round, heavily corrugated medium gold leaves that age to bright iridescent gold; slug resistant. Lavender flowers on 30” scapes in July. Plant in partial sun to light shade. Large hosta.