Hosta 'Gold Coin' (Gold Coin Hosta)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusHosta
Cultivar'Gold Coin'
CategoryPerennials

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
Flowering PeriodJuly, August

Description and Growing Information

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.
PestsSnails and slugs are the primary pests, and rabbits and deer may be a problem as well.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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