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Hosta North Hills

Hosta North Hills
Plantain Lily, Funkia

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Beautiful young plant. Planted as soon as it was received. So far, it hasn't been affected by any vine-plants. It has been 10 days since it was planted and it seems to be in good shape!

Tatsiana, 17/05/2017

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Value-for-money
Hosta North Hills, with dark green foliage edged in white, and flowers in lilac.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
80 cm
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Hostas are herbaceous perennial plants with deciduous foliage that reproduce from rhizomes and stolons. They differ in size, texture, and colour. Originally from East Asia, they were first brought back from Japan and then from Korea. These plants are also found in northern China and eastern Siberia. They are also commonly called Plantain Lily because of their foliage.
Excellent shade plants, they are cultivated for their highly decorative foliage. The dark green leaves of Hosta North Hills are edged with white.  They are deeply lobed and measure 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12in). The parallel veins are very specific to this family. This variety spreads to 80 cm (32in) in width, making it an excellent groundcover. From July to August, a series of long stalks that greatly overhang the leafy clump bear a terminal cluster of slightly pendulous, 2 to 3 cm (1in) lavender flowers. Despite their resemblance to lily flowers, they are completely odourless. Hostas prefer rich loamy soils, even heavy and clay ones, as long as they remain slightly moist. If they are happy, they will remain in place for years without requiring any special care.

Pair them with the gold of the perennial Geranium Margaret Wilson, with wild garlic, with the old rose of Merton Digitalis, or with the purple fronds of the Athyrium niponicum Pictum fern. All are very effective as slug repellents. Lobelia speciosa Russian Princess and the familiar silver Brunnera macrophylla Mr Morse will also be excellent companions. Also consider Heuchera and their wonderful range of colours, or the delicate fairy flowers (Epimediums).  You will enhance the shaded and slightly damp areas of the garden. Hostas also thrive in containers that should be placed in partial shade and watered regularly.
Important to know: the lighter the leaves of hostas, the less they fear sunlight. Dark leaves, especially blue ones, are more sensitive to it and heat makes them lose the waxy film responsible for their colour. A few hours of sun per day, even partial, are more than enough for these shade plants rather than shade-loving ones. In fact, without a minimum of sun, they will not bloom. It would be a shame to miss out on beautiful flowers so it is important to find a harmonious compromise between light and darkness.

 

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Hosta North Hills (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour mauve
Flowering time July to August
Inflorescence Cluster
Flower size 3 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour variegated

Plant habit

Height at maturity 80 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Hosta

Cultivar

North Hills

Family

Liliaceae - Hostaceae

Other common names

Plantain Lily, Funkia

Origin

East Asia

Product reference92871

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Planting and care

Hostas can be planted in spring or autumn. Hostas prefer a deep, humus-rich, loose soil, which is preferably neutral to acidic and moist to wet throughout the year. Plant them in shade or partial shade and in a sheltered position away from strong winds.

Prepare a planting hole of 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in). If your soil is heavy, mix half compost with crumbled soil, partially backfill, and place your plant in a clump so that the top of the clump is covered with 3 cm (1in) of soil. The addition of a fertiliser (bonemeal) will nourish your plant during its rooting period without the risk of burning. Ensure that the collar is well above ground level. Firm the soil and water generously to eliminate air pockets. If the weather is dry, you will need to water regularly for a few weeks to help the establishment of your plant. Also, water regularly in case of a dry summer.

With their preference for humid areas, slugs and snails never stray too far from hostas. Even though blue or variegated hostas often have thicker and tougher foliage, which is less appetising to slugs, these plants must be protected from gastropods. Protect your hostas by surrounding them with granules approved in organic agriculture, eggshells, coffee grounds, mulch, or any dry and rough natural substance that repels them. Hedgehogs are the gardener's best allies in the fight against gastropods because, unlike chickens, they do not dig up the soil and do not attack the lush green shoots of young plants. Finally, some plants have a repellent odour for slugs, such as wormwood and garlic.

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Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Back of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Clay

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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