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Hosta Guacamole

Plantain Lily

Slightly corrugated foliage has green margins that surround a beautiful chartreuse and later, bright gold, center. Leaves can reach 11" long and 9" wide. Reverse variegation of 'Fragrant Bouquet'. Hosta of the Year 2002. Fragrant near white flowers.


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  • Category:Hosta
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:18-24 Inches
  • Spread:36-48 Inches
  • Bloom Color: White

Prefers bright shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil, but will tolerate average to dry soils and full shade.

Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Exposure
Light Shade
Partial Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
Well-Drained
Moist/Well-Drained
Moist
Flowering Months
August
September
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Chartreuse
Gold/Yellow Variegation
Additional Information about Hosta 'Guacamole'

Blue leaved varieties will maintain the best color in cool, light shade. Many variegated varieties will lose some of their variegation in the heat of summer or when grown in deep shade.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hosta 'Guacamole'

Very drought tolerant once established, they will look their best if provided ample moisture and light fertilization in spring. They can grow in sandy to clay soils. They are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds and can be grown under black walnut trees.