Hosta rupifraga (Hosta)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusHosta
Speciesrupifraga
CategoryPerennials
OriginNative to Hachijo Island, Japan.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3-8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height23 cm
Spread60 cm
Flowering PeriodAugust, September

Description and Growing Information

ID CharacteristicGlossy and leathery leaves.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada
HabitatEasily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Does best in a rich, moist soil in light, dappled shade.
Leaf DescriptionThick leaves bearing a mid-green colour. The leaf blade measures at 20 x 13 cm.
Flower DescriptionBell-shaped and purple striped flowers. Growing on an oblique or arching. blue-green, 45 cm scape.

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