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    HOSTA 'Purple Heart'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    HOSTA 'Purple Heart'

    Commonly known as Funkia, Plantain lily

    Large mid-green leaves flushed purple-red at the base. Pale purple flowers carried on purple-red stems
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    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      A great delicacy for slugs and snails! Vine weevil in pot grown plants. Possibly virus infections
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin. USA. 2012. Gary Gossett, Terra Nova Nurseries, Oregon
    • Purple
      Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
      Pale purple
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      60cm (24in)
    • Spread
      60cm (24in)
    • Herbaceous
      Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
      Clump-forming perennial.
    • Very hardy
      Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Mature Size
      60cm (24in)
      		 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
        60cm (24in)
      		  
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
      Cottage garden
      Town garden
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Will not tolerate drought. Mulch annually in spring to keep in moisture.
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Will tolerate full sun if soil is kept moist. Flower colour is darker in sun. Shelter from cold dry winds.
      Partial shade
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    Hosta - Care Guide
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