Hosta ventricosa
Hosta ventricosa
Reaching around 50cm, Hosta ventricosa is a fully hardy hardy perennial flowering from July and August. Fully hardy throughout the UK. Slug habitat, attracts thrushes.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 50cm tall × 60cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jul,aug
Wildlife
🐝 Slug habitat, attracts thrushes
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching around 50cm, Hosta ventricosa is a fully hardy hardy perennial flowering from July and August. Fully hardy throughout the UK. Slug habitat, attracts thrushes.
Latin Name
Hosta ventricosa
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jul,aug
Mature Height
50cm
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