Hosta minor
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Hosta (Hosta minor) - Description
Hosta minor is a species of hosta. It is one of the smallest hostas. It is also known as Hosta sieboldii 'Alba'.
Hosta (Hosta minor) - Blooming
Flowers in the summer with blue or white trumpet shaped flowers that will last for several weeks. Plantain Lilies are primarily grown for their unique foliage, however.
Hosta (Hosta minor) - Growth
Generally speaking, Plantain Lilies love the shade. A good rule of thumb for this genus is the more white or yellow in the foliage, the less sun tolerant the plant will be. Although Hostas thrive in the shade, in climates where the summers are cool they can do well with moderate levels of sun.
Hosta (Hosta minor) - Planting
When the buds first appear, divide the clumps.
Hosta (Hosta minor) - Pest
Hostas need to be protected from slugs and snails. Species that have waxy leaves are less attractive to these pests.
Hosta (Hosta minor) - Interesting facts
When talking about Hostas its good to know some terminology that you may only hear in reference to these amazing landscaping plants. Scapes is a term that refers to the flower stalk of the hosta. This emerges from the crown or roots of a plant and is usually leafless, as it carries the flowers themselves high above the foliage. Another term you hear in reference to Hostas is a sport, which is a natural mutation of a given varietal that gives rise to another named varietal. About half of the Hostas on the market are 'sports' of older standard varieties.
Hosta (Hosta minor) - Soil and irrigation
Hostas prefer cool, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Water and feed during the growing season.
