plantain lily 'Blue Mammoth'
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A large, clump-forming deciduous perennial to 1m high, with thick, broadly heart-shaped, pale blue-green leaves. Produces clusters of white and pale purple flowers held on stems above the foliage in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'Blue Mammoth' (Hosta 'Blue Mammoth')
- Genus
- Hosta
- Family
- Asparagaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 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 'Blue Mammoth'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Blue Mammoth'
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plantain lily 'Blue Mammoth' care guide
- Maintain evenly damp soil, never allow root ball to fully dry completely
- Watering
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Maintain evenly damp soil, never allow root ball to fully dry completely
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak foliage perennial feed monthly spring and summer growth months
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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