plantain lily 'Independence'
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A clump-forming deciduous perennial to around 30cm high and 50cm wide. Leaves are broadly ovate, dark green in the centre with a broad, irregular pale yellow marking sometimes speckled with green. Produces loose clusters of pale purple flowers on upright stems to 50cm high in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'Independence' (Hosta 'Independence')
- 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 'Independence'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Independence'
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plantain lily 'Independence' care guide
- Maintain evenly moist shade soil, never let root ball fully dry out
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Maintain evenly moist shade soil, never let root ball fully dry out
Fertilizing
FertilizingDiluted hosta feed every three weeks spring through early autumn season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in early spring or late summer
Growing
GrowingGrow 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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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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