Hosta 'Fire and Ice' - Hosta
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial groundcover
Common Name: Hosta
Scientific Name: Hosta 'Fire and Ice'
Foliage Color: Creamy white variegation with dark green center, large heart-shaped leaves with smooth texture
Flower Color: Pale lavender, delicate and slightly fragrant spikes
Mature Height: 0.45–0.60 m
Mature Width: 0.75–1.00 m
Habit: Compact and vigorous, forming a dense clump with arching foliage
Flowering Period: July to August
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Water Needs: Moderate, regular during growing season
Soil Type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone: Zones 3 to 9
Drought Tolerance: Moderate, prefers moisture
Melliferous Plant: Yes
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees
Toxicity to Animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
No pruning is necessary; allow the plant to naturally develop its majestic and architectural form.
Maintain consistently moist soil during the growing season. Remove spent flowers if desired, although the floral spikes add summer interest. A light application of enriched mulch helps retain moisture and nourishes the soil.
Perfect for shaded areas, underplantings, perennial beds, and naturalistic gardens, this robust hosta creates an imposing presence while remaining low-maintenance and undemanding.