Hosta fortunei - Cultivation Notes
Hostas thrive in humus rich fertile soils (including clay), and require plentiful moisture. Plant in semi / full shade and mulch annually / water when dry. Beware of slugs - which will decimate attractive foliage.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Hosta fortunei:
- Suitable for container growing
- Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
- Attractive form or foliage for all year interest
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
- Suitable for planting in full shade
Weaknesses of Hosta fortunei
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Design & Plant Use for Hosta fortunei:
- Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
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Common Missspellings: Hoster, Housta, Houster, Hostor, Hostea, Hostar