Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Fringe Benefit' Asparagaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Groundcover Collection

Source of plant

Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm

Description

Rapid grower of backround size and specimen quality. Large puckered leaves have a broad white margin on a blue-green base, and are of good substance. Does well under a wide range of climatic conditions. Performs best in shade to full sun (DS 111). Pest resistant. Early blooming, producing pale lavender flowers. Hybridized by Paul Aden (DS 133).

USDA Hardiness Zone

3

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, notable texture, flowering season