Plantain Lily 'Gold Standard', 'Gold Standard' Hosta
The lovely, heart-shaped foliage emerges green, then turns golden yellow with a dark green margin, creating a dynamic contrast to solid green foliage plants. Showy, pale lavender flowers emerge on tall spikes above the foliage in late spring. Adds stunning color to a shaded border or woodland garden. An herbaceous perennial.
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 3-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Mid Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spread | 2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spacing | 36"-48" (in) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Award Winning, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
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Hosta 'Gold Standard' (Plantain Lily)
Plantain Lily 'Gold Standard', 'Gold Standard' Hosta
The lovely, heart-shaped foliage emerges green, then turns golden yellow with a dark green margin, creating a dynamic contrast to solid green foliage plants. Showy, pale lavender flowers emerge on tall spikes above the foliage in late spring. Adds stunning color to a shaded border or woodland garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
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