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Hosta So Sweet
Hosta So Sweet
Hosta So Sweet
Plantain Lily, Funkia
Water received in March last year, in good condition, fast delivery, the leafage was starting. I was able to enjoy its beautiful leafage, the scent of its flowers that last quite a long time, and its relatively compact pruning for a pot. It's now November, the leaves are starting to dry up, but the plant remains pleasant to look at. Ideal for my balcony in a shaded area. Can't wait to see it shoot again next spring!
Daniel, 15/11/2021
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Description
The Hosta 'So Sweet' is a small variety that develops elongated, smooth and shiny-textured leaves, which host fabulous color variations. The leaves emerge variegated green with yellow edges and as the foliage develops, the variegation turns to cream and then to white. This small hosta shows a medium to slow growth and is adorned with pretty white flowers in summer, slightly fragrant. Hostas are easy to grow and succeed as perennials in cool areas, filling them with their strong presence while bringing a beautiful touch of light to shaded areas of the garden.
This Hosta, or Funkia, is a completely hardy perennial, having a wide clump habit starting from spring. It belongs to the asparagaceae family. The plant will reach a height of 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16in) and 50 cm (20in) when flowering, spreading at least 30 cm (12in), quite slowly. It forms a clump wider than it is tall. It is a plant of good longevity, with fine heart-shaped deciduous leaves ending in a tapered tip, with visible veins. The lamina is thick and traversed by visible veins. From the heart of its variegated and ever-changing foliage, tall floral spikes of 50 cm (20in) emerge in summer, bearing racemes of delicately scented white flowers.
Pair Hosta 'So Sweet' with the gold of Géranium phaeum 'Margaret Wilson', the old pink of Digitalis mertonensis, or the purple fronds of the Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' fern. All are highly effective as slug repellents. The silvered leaves of Brunnera macrophylla 'Mr Morse', woodland plants, will be excellent companions. Also consider the Heucheras and their wonderful range of colors, or the delicate flowers of fairy bells (Epimediums). This way, you will enhance the shaded and slightly damp parts of the garden by creating a pleasant haven of freshness for the summer. Hostas also thrive in containers, which should be placed in partial shade and watered regularly.
To know: Most species commonly found in Western gardens have been introduced from Japan. Edible, hostas are called urui in Japan, where they are commonly consumed.
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Hosta
So Sweet
Liliaceae - Hostaceae
Plantain Lily, Funkia
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Hostas are planted in spring or autumn. Hostas prefer a deep, rich, humus-bearing, loose soil, preferably neutral to acidic (at least low in limestone), moist to wet throughout the year. Plant them in partial shade or dappled shade and in a sheltered location 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 equal parts compost with crumbled soil, partially backfill the hole, and place your plant with its root ball so that the top of the root ball is covered with 3 cm (1in) of soil. The addition of a basal fertilizer (dehydrated blood, horn powder) will nourish your plant during its rooting period without risk of burning. Make sure to position the collar well above ground level. Firm the soil and water generously to eliminate any air pockets. If the weather is dry, you will need to water regularly for a few weeks to facilitate the establishment of your plant. Also, water regularly in case of a dry summer.
With their common preference for damp places, slugs and snails are never far from hostas. Even though blue or variegated hostas often have thicker and tougher foliage, which is less appetizing to slugs, these plants must be protected from gastropods. Protect your hosta plants by surrounding them with ferramol-based pellets (approved for Organic Agriculture), eggshells, coffee grounds, wood chips, or any dry and rough natural substance that repels them. Hedgehogs are the gardener's best allies in the fight against gastropods, as they do not disturb the soil like chickens and do not attack the lush green shoots of young plants. Lastly, some plants have a repulsive odor for slugs, such as Artemisia and garlic.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.