Hosta 'Dick Ward'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 14"-25"
W: 36"-50"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Hosta 'Dick Ward' plant details

Hosta 'Dick Ward' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Dick Ward'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 36 IN - 50 IN - wide, 14 IN - 25 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Dick Ward'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Medium Large- Dense mound of thick, satiny, golden yellow w/ dark green margins; Desirable heavy corrugation.

By: Sebright Gardens

16" tall and 30" wide. Light yellow or light yellow/green with irregular dark green margins, 3/4" wide. Rounded, leathery, rugose. Violet flowers in June on 20" scapes.