Hosta 'Diamond Lake' - P9

Description
The Funkie 'Diamond Lake' (Hosta) is a clump-forming perennial with decorative, entire-edged, blue-green leaves. From June to August, it bears lilac-coloured flowers with a pleasant fragrance. In a semi-shaded to shaded position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 45 cm and spreads to approx. 45 cm. The Funkie 'Diamond Lake' is highly frost-hardy.

Bulletpoints
* attractive foliage * the flowers attract large numbers of bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * looks lovely in a pot * easy to care for

Leaves
High ornamental value for its foliage. The deciduous leaves of Funkie 'Diamond Lake' are blue-green, basal and entire.

Frost hardiness
The Funkie 'Diamond Lake' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Nest-forming.

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

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

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

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 'Diamond Lake' produces lilac-coloured flowers from June onwards. These give off a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Group planting, woodland edge, undergrowth, shade, container, bee pasture