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Hosta ventricosa

Hosta ventricosa
Plantain Lily, Funkia

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Arrived with a small yellow leaf, but after 3 days in a box, that's normal. The package was well packed and it doesn't have a scratch. Full of promises.

Delphine, 15/09/2021

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Hosta ventricosa, a giant with shiny green foliage and amethyst-coloured flowers.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
50 cm
Spread at maturity
90 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 perennial herbaceous 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. But these Liliaceae are also found in northern China and eastern Siberia. They are also commonly called Funkia or Plantain Lily because of their foliage.
Excellent plants for shade, they are cultivated for their highly decorative foliage. The shiny green leaves of Hosta ventricosa are deeply veined and measure an average of 20cm (8in). The parallel veins are very specific to this family. This variety spreads over 90cm (35in) in width, making it an excellent ground cover. From July to August, a series of long stalks, widely overhanging the leafy clump, bear a terminal cluster of 2 to 3cm (1in) amethyst-coloured flowers with white stripes, slightly pendulous. Despite their resemblance to lily flowers, they are completely odourless. Hostas prefer rich loamy soils, even heavy and clayey as long as they remain slightly moist. If they are happy, they will stay in place for years without requiring any particular care.

Pair them with the gold of the Perennial Geranium phaeum Margaret Wilson, with ramsons, with the old pink of Digitalis mertonensis, or with the purple fronds of the Athyrium niponicum Pictum fern. They are all very effective as slug repellents. Lobelia speciosa Russian Princess and the familiar silver Brunnera macrophylla Mr Morse in the undergrowth will be excellent companions. Also consider Heucheras and their amazing range of colours, or the delicate flowers of fairy bells (Epimediums). With these combinations, you can enhance the shaded and slightly moist 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.
Important to know: the lighter the leaves of hostas, the less they dislike sunlight. Dark leaves, especially blue ones, are more sensitive to it, and the heat causes them to lose the waxy film responsible for their colour. A few hours of sun per day, even partial, is sufficient for these plants that prefer dappled shade over full shade. In fact, without a minimum amount of sunlight, they will not flower. It's important to find a harmonious compromise between light and darkness as It would be a shame to miss out on their beautiful flowers!

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Hosta ventricosa (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

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

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 50 cm
Spread at maturity 90 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Hosta

Cultivar

ventricosa

Family

Liliaceae - Hostaceae

Other common names

Plantain Lily, Funkia

Origin

East Asia

Product reference93101

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Planting and care

Hostas are planted in spring or autumn. Hostas prefer a deep, fertile, humus-rich, loose soil, preferably neutral to acidic (at least low in limestone), moist to wet throughout the year. Place them in partial shade or dappled shade and in a sheltered location away from strong winds.

Prepare a planting hole of 20cm (8in) x 20cm (8in) x 20cm (8in). If your soil is heavy, mix half compost with crumbled soil, partially fill the hole and place your plant with the root ball so that the top of the root ball is covered with 3cm (1in) of soil. Adding a slow-release fertilizer (such as bonemeal) will nourish your plant during its rooting period without the risk of burning. Make sure to position the collar well above ground level. Firm the soil and water thoroughly to eliminate 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 during dry summers.

With their common preference for moist places, 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 should be protected from gastropods. Protect your hostas by surrounding them with ferramol-based pellets (approved for organic farming), 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 unlike chickens, they do not turn over the soil and do not attack the young green shoots of plants. Lastly, some plants have a repulsive odour to 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, clayey

Care

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