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Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 10"-14"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

4" | $29

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Hosta 'Dressed to Kill' plant details

Hosta 'Dressed to Kill' is a deciduous perennial with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Dressed to Kill'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, showy, woodland

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Dressed to Kill'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

2021 Plant Delights introduction – exquisitely layered horizontal leaves with undulating margins, arranged symmetrically in clumps 12” tall and 36” wide…irregular brush stroke pattern of yellow and lime along the center vein on each leaf. Striking! Bright shade, average soil & water; typical lavender summer flowers.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Dressed to Kill' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Dressed to Kill'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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