Plantain Lily
Hosta 'Great Expectations'
Asparagaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Crownsvill Nursery, Shady Oaks Nursery
Description
A mediovariegtaed mutation of H. sieboldiana discovered in England. In spring the leaf center is a brightgolden-yellow but later turns white; there are numerous reports of "melting out" during the white phase in late summer. Plant 22" tall, 33" wide; leaves 6" long, 4" wide, cordate, rugose, yellow (albescent), with dark green, irregular margin streaking to center; veins 10. Scape 33", foliated, straight; flowers medium,bell-shaped, white, blooming during average period.
USDA Hardiness Zone
3
Special characteristics
foliage characteristics