Add a new variety to a hosta collection! You can also plant one type in large quantities as a ground cover, or enjoy hostas as an accent to other neighboring perennials in the woodland garden.
Hosta clausa var. stolonifera
Plantain Lily
Tips for Homeowners:
Fertilize in the spring if needed. Apply deterrent if deer are a problem.
Rate this Plant:
An unusual non-flowering hosta with dark green leaves - perfect for ground cover in the woodland garden.
- Spreads by rhizomes (underground shoots)
- Completely sterile - no flowers
- Lush dark green foliage
Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 15-18 in
Zone: 3-8
Color: Non-Flowering
Interesting Notes about Plantain Lily:
Hostas are wonderful plants for the shady garden. You can plant them in more sun for more flowers, but in the heat of the summer they will need extra water to keep from getting scorched.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Fast Growing
- Ground Cover
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained