Hosta 'Big Daddy' (Big Daddy Hosta)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusHosta
Cultivar'Big Daddy'
CategoryPerennials
OriginA Hosta sieboldiana hybrid.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-45
Height60 cm
Spread1.2 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJuly, August

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeMassing, ground cover, woodland gardens and accent plants in shade borders.
PropagationDivision of clumps in early spring before shoots unfurl.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionCup-shaped, powdery blue leaves.
Flower DescriptionLavender flowers held on upright stems.

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