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Hosta 'Upper Crust'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 20"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Upper Crust' plant details

Hosta 'Upper Crust' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Upper Crust'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Upper Crust'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Light green centers aging to creamy white by early summer with dark green centers with wavy edges. Pale lavender flowers in mid summer. Plant in light sun to full shade. Medium size hosta.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Upper Crust' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Upper Crust'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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