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plantain lily 'Golden Meadows'

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A large, clump-forming deciduous perennial to 60cm high, with broad, thick, slightly wavy leaves that are pale creamy yellow in the centre and dark blue-green at the margins. Produces loose clusters of bell-shaped, near white flowers on upright stems in summer

Scientific classification

Species: plantain lily 'Golden Meadows' (Hosta 'Golden Meadows')
Genus: Hosta
Family: Asparagaceae

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Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of plantain lily 'Golden Meadows'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Golden Meadows'

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plantain lily 'Golden Meadows' care guide

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