Hosta halcyon (Plantain Lily)

Type	Herbaceous flower, Deciduous, Ground cover, Flowering
Form	Ground-Hugging Rounded Clump, Architectural Form
Size	Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours	White Flowers (Summer early), Grey-blue Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required
Hardiness	Frost Hardy
Growth	Slow Growing Plant
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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.

Plant Strengths: 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.

Plant Weaknesses: Prone to slug and snail attack; Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations.