Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Marilyn Monroe' Asparagaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Groundcover Collection

Source of plant

Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm

Description

Midsized, elongated, heart-shaped gray-green leaves with spectacular waxy-white undersides are further accentuated by ruffled margins and striking red petioles. Attractive lavender flowers further complement a magnificent specimen plant in late summer.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics