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Hosta 'Glad Rags'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-9a

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Hosta 'Glad Rags' plant details

Hosta 'Glad Rags' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Glad Rags'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, heart-shaped leaves, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Glad Rags'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9a
Sun exposure: bright shade - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hosta 'Glad Rags' is a rare cultivar with bold new foliage with a deep green centre and broad edges that emerge chartreuse, turn to bright yellow, and age to creamy yellow in summer. The narrow green central bands of the young leaves will also often thicken through summer. Leaves are thick, corrugated, and cupped when plants are mature. The image shows the young leaves of an established plant. Summer foliage will not be as bold. Forms mounds 16 inches tall by 24 inches wide. Pale lavender flowers.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Glad Rags' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Glad Rags'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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