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Hosta 'Risky Business'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-20"
  • W: 15"-20"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Hosta 'Risky Business' plant details

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Slightly arching, dark green with stunning white center 1/3 of leaf; nice substance. Very vigorous grower! Pinkish lavender flowers from purple buds in high summer. Plant in partial sun to moderate shade. Medium size hosta.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Risky Business' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Risky Business'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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