Description

The Hosta x 'Christmas Tree' is a stunning perennial known for its lush, heart-shaped leaves with a rich green color and creamy white margins. This plant is a popular choice for shade gardens, offering a striking contrast with its variegated foliage. It produces lavender flowers on tall scapes in mid-summer, adding a touch of elegance to any garden setting.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for shade gardens, woodland gardens, and as a ground cover. It can also be used in containers and as an edging plant along pathways or borders.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Hosta x 'Christmas Tree'
• Common Name: 'Christmas Tree' Plantain Lily
• Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall, 24-36 inches wide
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Foliage Type: Deciduous
• Bloom Time: Mid-summer
• Growth Rate: Medium
• Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
• Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees
• Indoor Friendly: No
• Container Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: No
• Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
• Fragrant: Yes, slightly fragrant flowers
• Cut Flower: Yes
• Grows Well With: Ferns, Astilbes, and Heucheras

Care Tips

• Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil
• Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Soil Type: Rich, well-draining soil
• Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
• Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flower stalks and dead leaves
• Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
• Planting Depth: Plant crown at soil level
• Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
• Special Care: Protect from slugs and snails