plantain lily 'Wheaton Blue'
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A large, clump-forming deciduous perennial to 65cm high, with large, heart-shaped, textured green leaves with a silvery-blue waxy sheen. Produces loose clusters of tubular, pale purple flowers on upright stems in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'Wheaton Blue' (Hosta 'Wheaton Blue')
- Genus
- Hosta
- Family
- Asparagaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of plantain lily 'Wheaton Blue'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Wheaton Blue'
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plantain lily 'Wheaton Blue' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in early spring or late summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in fertile soil that does not dry out, in a shady spot away from direct sun and with shelter from cold, drying winds. Mulch annually in spring. Hostas in the ground may need watering during dry spells. See hosta cultivation for more detailed advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to virus diseases
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and snails, though the thicker leaves of this cultivar may be more resistant than others. Container grown plants may be susceptible to vine weevil
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