Curled Plantain Lily
Hosta crispula
Also known as
Plantain Lily
Partial Shade
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1m | Max | 1m |
50cm | Min | 50cm |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Curled Plantain Lily Overview
Hosta crispula is a clump-forming perennial that has variegated leaves in beautiful green and cream-white shades. Funnel-like flowers grow on tall stems and are a pale lavender shade.
Common problems with Curled Plantain Lily
How to propagate Curled Plantain Lily
Division
Divide clumps every 4 or 5 years in late summer or early spring. Ensure each section has 1 to 3 good buds and trim away damaged roots. Replant at their original depth in the ground with the shoots just poking through the soil. Water and apply a granular feed.
Seed
Collect seeds in autumn from dry seed heads, sow in Spring and place in a cold frame.