Hosta species
Basic Information
Family: Funkiaceae
Genus: hosta
Plant ID (slug): hosta-species
Numeric ID: 21050
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Hosta species is a PERENNIAL. It is frost tender. It is in flower from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
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Habitats
Edible Uses
Young leaves and leaf stems - cooked.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Hosta species