Hosta rupifraga (Hosta)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Hosta |
| Species | rupifraga |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Native to Hachijo Island, Japan. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3-8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 23 cm |
| Spread | 60 cm |
| Flowering Period | August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| ID Characteristic | Glossy and leathery leaves. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada |
| Habitat | Easily 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 Description | Thick leaves bearing a mid-green colour. The leaf blade measures at 20 x 13 cm. |
| Flower Description | Bell-shaped and purple striped flowers. Growing on an oblique or arching. blue-green, 45 cm scape. |
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