Hosta Sum and Substance giant

$18.00


Item # 4564

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One of the early giants in the world of hostas, this monster has huge, gold leaves with thick substance. The chartreuse foliage cups downward and turns more gold if given some morning sun. It can grow to 36" tall and 72" wide, or even larger in ideal conditions. It's a big'n, so give it some room. Lavender flowers rise 48" tall In mid to late summer.

Botanical Name: Hosta 'Sum and Substance'
Light Needs: Full Shade, Part Shade
Hardiness Zone: 3
Mature Height: 36 in
Mature Width: 72 in
Scape Height: 48 in
Water: Average Water Needs, Consistent Water Needs
Attracts Wings: Attracts Hummingbirds
Bloom Season: Late Summer, Mid-Summer
Flower Color: Lavender
Foliage Color: Yellow
Other Features: Slug Resistant, Sun Tolerant
Growth Rate: Rapid
Hybridizer: F. Shaw/P. Aden 1980