Plantain Lily
Hosta 'August Moon'
Asparagaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Shady Oaks Nursery
Description
Plants reach 20" in height and 42" in width. Leaves are 9 1/2" long and 8" wide, medium to bright gold with moderate corrugation and good substance, with 10-11 vein pairs. Flowers are pale lavender, 1 3/4" long, held on 19"-27" tall scapes from mid-July into early August. Other similar types include 'Abiqua Recluse', 'Banana Muffins', 'Butter Yellow', 'Golden Friendship', 'Harvest Moon', and 'Prairie Glow'.
USDA Hardiness Zone
3
Special characteristics
foliage characteristics, notable texture