Heart-shaped , slightly wavy, glossy, dark green leaves. Deep purple flowers in summer. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers June to August. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Hosta ventricosa
Heart-shaped , slightly wavy, glossy, dark green leaves. Deep purple flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Hosta |
|---|---|
| Species | ventricosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 50cm |
| Family | Hostaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Under planting |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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