Hosta 'Risky Business'

Hosta 'Risky Business' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender and pink 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 'Risky Business'

Plant type: perennial

Plant family: asparagaceae

Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white

Mature size: 15 IN - 20 IN - wide, 15 IN - 20 IN - tall

Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer

Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Risky Business'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b

Sun exposure: bright shade - shade

Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained