Hosta 'First Frost' - Hosta
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Perennial groundcover
Common Name: Hosta
Scientific Name: Hosta 'First Frost'
Foliage Color: Blue-green with wide cream to pure white margins, thick and wavy leaves
Flower Color: Pale lavender, in dense, delicately fragrant spikes
Mature Height: 0.50–0.65 m (1.6-2.1 ft)
Mature Width: 1.00–1.30 m (3.3-4.3 ft)
Habit: Compact and spreading, forming a harmonious dome
Flowering Period: July to August
Exposure: Partial to full shade
Watering Needs: Moderate, regular during the growing season
Soil Type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought Tolerance: Moderate, prefers humidity
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, architectural form.
Maintain consistently moist soil during the growing season. Remove spent flowers if desired, though the flower spikes add summer interest. A light application of enriched mulch helps retain moisture and nourishes the soil.
Perfect for shaded areas, understory plantings, perennial beds, and naturalistic gardens, this robust hosta creates an imposing presence while being low-maintenance and undemanding.