plantain lily 'El Capitan'
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A clump-forming deciduous perennial to around 60cm high and 1m wide. Leaves are large and rounded, dark green with irregular narrow margins of creamy yellow. Produces loose clusters of pale purple flowers on upright stems in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'El Capitan' (Hosta 'El Capitan')
- 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
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of plantain lily 'El Capitan'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'El Capitan'
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plantain lily 'El Capitan' care guide
- Keep soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and early summer
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
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