Plantain Lily
Hosta montana 'Aureomarginata'
Asparagaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm
Description
Rich green leaves with broad yellow margins. Flowers borne in a large heavy spike, and are spode blue, born horizontally for a long time on very long brownish stems. Plants 2' tall, 2' wide (DS 100). Yellow leafmargins turn to cream with time. Plants are floriferous, and perform best with 1/4 to 3/4 sun (DS111). Winner of PAL Award (DS 133).
USDA Hardiness Zone
3
Special characteristics
foliage characteristics, notable texture