Plantain Lily 'First Frost', 'First Frost' Hosta
A selection prized for its robust foliage which remains attractive straight through to the first frost! Rich blue-green leaves have a creamy yellow border that gradually fades to white. Excellent adaptability to varied climates and conditions. Thick leaves resist slug damage. Selected as 2010 Hosta of the Year. An herbaceous perennial.
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 3-9 |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Mid Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spread | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spacing | 24"-36" (in) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
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| Attracts | Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
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Hosta 'First Frost' (Plantain Lily)
Plantain Lily 'First Frost', 'First Frost' Hosta
A selection prized for its robust foliage which remains attractive straight through to the first frost! Rich blue-green leaves have a creamy yellow border that gradually fades to white. Excellent adaptability to varied climates and conditions. Thick leaves resist slug damage. Selected as 2010 Hosta of the Year. An herbaceous perennial. |
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