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HOSTA fortunei aureomarginata

Commonly known as Funkia, Plantain lily

Leaves heavily margined golden yellow
Further Reading....
  • Height
    1m (3ft)
  • Spread
    1m (3ft)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Vigorous, clump forming perennial. Oval to heart-shaped, leathery, distinctively veined leaves 20-25cm (8-10in) long. Mauve flowers produced freely on scapes 85cm (34in) tall.
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    Will tolerate sun but shade from midday sun.
  • Partial shade

HOSTA fortunei aureomarginata

 
  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    A great delicacy for slugs and snails! Vine weevil in pot grown plants. Possibly virus infections
    Place of origin
    Probably garden origin.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
    Cottage garden
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Gold variegated
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Shelter from cold dry winds. Will not tolerate drought. Mulch annually in spring to keep in moisture.
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1m (3ft)
Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  1m (3ft)
 

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