plantain lily 'Big Boy'
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A large, clump-forming deciduous perennial to around 90cm high and 1.2m across. Giant leaves are rich green, heart-shaped and with deeply impressed veins. Produces loose clusters of white flowers, on stems over a metre high in midsummer
Scientific classification
- Species
- plantain lily 'Big Boy' (Hosta 'Big Boy')
- 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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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of plantain lily 'Big Boy'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of plantain lily 'Big Boy'
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plantain lily 'Big Boy' care guide
- Keep soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather
- Watering
- Full shade · 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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