Hosta 'Sum and Substance'
Hosta
Wavy chartreuse foliage; slug resistant. Rapid growth rate for a large Hosta. Use as a speciman or a background plant. AHGA Hosta of the Year 2004
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 4' – 6'
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Time: July, August
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
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Plant Characteristics - Hosta 'Sum and Substance'
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
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Plant Habit
- Mound
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Light Conditions
- Shade to Part Sun
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Flower Color
- Purple
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Raceme
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Flower Height
- 3' to 4'
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Fall
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- Asia
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Divide
- Every Five Years or Longer
Possible Substitutions for Hosta 'Sum and Substance'
Hosta 'Empress Wu'
Hosta
Matching Attributes
- Foliage Color: Green
- Spread: 4' – 6'