Shadowland Series
Hosta hybrid 'Shadowland Giant Humungosaurus'
Hosta or Plantain Lily
Image courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Large heart-shaped leaves emerge chartreuse maturing to vibrant golden-yellow
- Deeply impressed veins add texture
- Purple flowers bloom in summer
- Great for beds, borders and containers
Border or Bed
Container
Garden
Great Foliage
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Full Shade
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grown best in moist, well drained soil. Will tolerate sandy soil. Perfers shade or morning sun. Most varieties will not tolerate hot afternoon sun, though a few will. As needed, plants should be divided in th early spring as new growth emerges.
Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 6-7 ft
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 3-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Summer Bloomer
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
- Garden
- Container
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Mounding
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Hosta
Common Name: Hosta
A top choice for shade gardens! Hostas are easy to grow and come in many colors and leaf textures. Typical colors are various greens, blues, yellow or variegated. Varieties range from a small, compact size to very large. Flowers scapes of lavender or white typically arrive in the summer and are a hummingbirds favorite.