plantain lily 'Slim and Trim'
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A compact, clump-forming perennial to 35cm high, with slightly wavy, ovate to lance-shaped blue-green leaves. Produces sprays of small, lavender-coloured flowers on upright stems to 40cm high in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'Slim and Trim' (Hosta 'Slim and Trim')
- Genus
- Hosta
- Family
- Asparagaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- 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 'Slim and Trim'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Slim and Trim'
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plantain lily 'Slim and Trim' care guide
- Keep humus-rich soil evenly moist, especially during warm weather
- Watering
- Full shade · 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 late summer or early spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil that doesn't dry out, in full or partial shade. Protect from cold, drying winds, and mulch in spring to conserve moisture. 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, snails and vine weevil
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