Plantain Lily
Hosta 'Fringe Benefit'
Asparagaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
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