Hosta 'Krossa Regal' (Krossa Regal Hosta)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusHosta
Cultivar'Krossa Regal'
CategoryPerennials
OriginG. and A. Krossa 1980. (H. nigrescens hybrid.)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone1 - 8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-40 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)-40 - 20
Height60 cm
Spread 60 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJuly, August

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeExcellent in flower borders and beds, although will take up a large section of the garden.
PropagationPropagate through division of clumps, although clumps should be left undisturbed for at least 3 years in order to allow the leaves to reach maturity. Plant in spring or (in areas with milder winters) autumn, allowing the roots to soak overnight in a weak solution of liquid fertilizer first.
CultivationGrow in partial or full shade in any fertile soil that has been enriched with well-rotted organic manure. A pH of 6-7 is preferred, and a continuous supply of moisture is critical for optimum performance.
PestsSlug resistant, but rabbits and deer may be a problem.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaf blade measures 28 by 18 cm, having a smooth texture and soft-blue colour.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are bell-shaped and purple, and are particularly attractive to hummingbirds.

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