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Hosta 'Tropical Storm'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Tropical Storm' plant details

Hosta 'Tropical Storm' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated 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 'Tropical Storm'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Tropical Storm'

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

Dense, open facing mound of heavily textured & intensely dimpled, lush dark green leaves with bright yellow margins. Bell shaped, green tipped, light lavender flowers in late summer. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Small hosta.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Tropical Storm' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Tropical Storm'

  • 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
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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