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Hosta longipes

Also Known As

  • Amagi Rock Hosta

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Hosta longipes plant details

Hosta longipes is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring 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 longipes

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta longipes

USDA Zones: 4a - 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

This slowly spreading, drought-resistant groundcover from rocky-outcrops and shaded stream beds in the mountains of Japan forms 12-15" mounds of narrow 2-3"x 6-8" leaves topped by lavender bells in summer. PSh-Sh/M

Gardening facts about Hosta longipes plant

How to Grow Hosta longipes

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade

Features

  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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