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plantain lily 'Thunderbolt'

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A vigorous clump-forming deciduous perennial to 75cm high, with thick, rounded blue-green leaves with narrow yellow streaks in the centre. Leaves are deeply veined and textured. Produces funnel-shaped, pure white flowers on upright stems in summer

Scientific classification

Species: plantain lily 'Thunderbolt' (Hosta 'Thunderbolt')
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
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Distribution of plantain lily 'Thunderbolt'

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Thunderbolt'

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plantain lily 'Thunderbolt' care guide

Keep humus-rich soil evenly moist, especially during warm weather
Watering: Full shade · Partial shade
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Watering

Keep humus-rich soil evenly moist, especially during warm weather

Fertilizing

Balanced shade-perennial feed monthly in spring and early summer

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by division in early spring or late summer. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use

Growing

Grow in a shady spot in fertile soil that does not dry out, 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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