Product description
Hosta First Frost is a hardy deciduous perennial shrub with beautiful, heart-shaped, intense blue-green leaves with creamy yellow margins fading to white over the summer months. Pale lavender flowers bloom from mid to late summer, adding a splash of pastel purple to the foliage. The plant is deciduous and so will lose its foliage during the winter months, after turning yellow-green in autumn. Any dead leaves can be removed at the end of the growing season ready for another year of beautiful foliage and flowers.
Plant Hosta First Frost in moist-well drained soil such as loam or clay, ideally in partial shade where it will thrive. This herbaceous perennial is great for borders, flowerbeds and especially ground cover thanks to its clump-forming habit creating sturdy mounds of foliage. It will die back in autumn, or when the first frost appears, hence its name.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Hosta 'First Frost'
Hosta 'First Frost'
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Product description
Hosta First Frost is a hardy deciduous perennial shrub with beautiful, heart-shaped, intense blue-green leaves with creamy yellow margins fading to white over the summer months. Pale lavender flowers bloom from mid to late summer, adding a splash of pastel purple to the foliage. The plant is deciduous and so will lose its foliage during the winter months, after turning yellow-green in autumn. Any dead leaves can be removed at the end of the growing season ready for another year of beautiful foliage and flowers.
Plant Hosta First Frost in moist-well drained soil such as loam or clay, ideally in partial shade where it will thrive. This herbaceous perennial is great for borders, flowerbeds and especially ground cover thanks to its clump-forming habit creating sturdy mounds of foliage. It will die back in autumn, or when the first frost appears, hence its name.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Hostas thrive in shady areas and are great for adding texture to garden beds. Consider using mulch to keep the soil moist and protect the roots.
How to Water
Water Hostas regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. They prefer damp, shady areas, especially during dry spells. Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
How to Plant
Plant Hostas in well-drained, rich, and moist soil in partial to full shade. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, and cover with soil. Space them about 45-60cm apart for growth.
