Hosta clausa normalis - P9

Description
The Plantain lily (Hosta clausa var. normalis) is a clump-forming, runner-forming perennial with decorative, whole-edged, dark green leaves. It bears purple flowers from July to August. In a semi-shady to shady location with well-drained, humus-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 30 cm and grows to a width of approx. 40 cm. The Plantain lily is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * easy to care for

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of Plantain lily are dark green, basal, with entire margins.

Spread
Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Plantain lily has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Clump-forming, runner-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Plantain lily sets beautiful accents together with: Small-leaved periwinkle, Caucasian forget-me-not, lawn meadow-grass.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Hosta clausa var. normalis forms purple flowers from July.

Use
Group planting, woodland edge, undergrowth, shade