Hosta
Pineapple Upsidedown Cake
Funkia, Plantain Lily
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Medium 15" (28" in flower) (Plant 5' apart)
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Bloom Time:
Summer to Late Summer
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Sun-Shade:
Mostly Sunny to Full Shade
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Zones:
3-8
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Acidic
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Flower Color / Accent:
Lavender /
Lavender
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A unique look for a hosta - narrow leaves emerge light green, then quickly develop a brilliant yellow center with a deep dark margin. Lavender flowers in late summer. Hosta Pineapple Upside Cake is noteworthy for its rippled margins.
Features to Note:
- Wet Site tolerant
- Humidity Tolerant
- Dry Shade Tolerant
- OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- For a sunny spot
- For a shady spot
- Web Only
General Information:
Hosta are versatile East Asian natives with lush foliage in diverse colors, heights, and textures. Its ability to excel in deep shade have captured gardener's hearts everywhere. We only offer plants from sources who verify that their Hostas are safe from Hosta Virus X, which distorts the plant's leaves. Bluestone no longer propagates our own Hostas to ensure their status.
Plant Care:
Deadheading will improve the appearance of Hosta, but birds love the seeds, and some Hosta will self sow, but not usually true to the parent. Remove soupy frozen foliage in the late fall or early spring. Can be divided in spring or fall every 3-5 years.
