Plantain Lily
Hosta 'Royal Standard'
Asparagaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection, Treman Woodland Walk
Source of plant
John Filkins, John Scheepers Inc., Bluemount Nurseries
Description
Broad, heart-shaped, rich green leaves are somewhat puckered and deeply veined with wavy edges. Theflowers are carried well above the foliage and inherit much of the beauty of H. plantaginea, being almostwhite, and fragrant (DS 100). Grows pefectly well in sun without damage to its glossy green foliage. Stems are 18-24" tall. Blooming season August and September (DS 106).
USDA Hardiness Zone
3
Special characteristics
fragrance, flowering season, notable texture, foliage characteristics