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Buy Hosta 'Fountain of Youth'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"
W: 24"

planting zones

3a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $12

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Hosta 'Fountain of Youth' plant details

Hosta 'Fountain of Youth' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Fountain of Youth'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Fountain of Youth'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A graceful, cascading mound of smooth, satiny olive-green leaves with nicely rippled, white margin edges. Lilac flowers in late summer. Plant in afternoon to full shade. Medium-large hosta.