Buy Hosta 'The Leading Edge'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"
W: 46"

planting zones

3a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $24

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Hosta 'The Leading Edge' plant details

Hosta 'The Leading Edge' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In summer white 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 'The Leading Edge'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 46 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'The Leading Edge'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thick green leaves with one inch wide, greenish yellow margins that are nicely rippled. Near white flowers on three foot tall scapes in early summer. Plant in partial sun to light shade. Very large hosta.