plantain lily 'Saint Elmo's Fire'
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A clump-forming deciduous perennial to 40cm high, with ovate, slightly glossy leaves that open bright yellow and mature to green, with a fine white margin and deep veining. Produces loose clusters of tubular, pale purple flowers on tall, upright stems in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'Saint Elmo's Fire' (Hosta 'Saint Elmo's Fire')
- Genus
- Hosta
- Family
- Asparagaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of plantain lily 'Saint Elmo's Fire'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Saint Elmo's Fire'
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plantain lily 'Saint Elmo's Fire' care guide
- Keep humus-rich soil evenly moist, especially during warm weather
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Keep humus-rich soil evenly moist, especially during warm weather
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced shade-perennial feed monthly in spring and early summer
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 lightly shaded 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; container grown plants may be susceptible to vine weevil
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