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. |