Buy Hosta 'American Hero'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

2b-9a

Mature Division--Bare Root | $16

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Hosta 'American Hero' plant details

Hosta 'American Hero' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 'American Hero'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'American Hero'

USDA Zones: 2b - 9a
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thick, smooth, lightly twisted, leaves with green flecks in the pure white centers with very wide, dark green margins. Pale lavender flowers in mid to late summer. Plant in afternoon to full shade. Medium size hosta.