plantain lily 'Raspberry Sundae'

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A clump-forming deciduous perennial to 35cm high, with ovate, dark green leaves with broad cream-coloured centres and deep red stems. Produces loose clusters of bell-shaped purple flowers on upright stems in late summer

plantain lily 'Raspberry Sundae'

Scientific classification

Species
plantain lily 'Raspberry Sundae' (Hosta 'Raspberry Sundae')
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
Full shade · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Distribution of plantain lily 'Raspberry Sundae'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Raspberry Sundae'

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plantain lily 'Raspberry Sundae' care guide

Keep soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather
Watering
Full shade · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and early summer

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by division in early spring or late summer

Growing

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