Hosta 'Patriot' - Hosta
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous groundcover perennial
Common name: Hosta
Scientific name: Hosta 'Patriot'
Foliage color: Dark green with creamy gold margin, thick and textured cordate leaves, deeply marked veins
Flower color: Pale lavender, in dense, robust spikes
Mature height: 0.45–0.60 m (18–24 in.)
Mature width: 0.75–1.00 m (30–39 in.)
Habit: Compact and vigorous, forming a dense clump with upright foliage and a well-defined architectural silhouette
Flowering period: July to August
Exposure: Partial shade 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
Nectar-rich 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 shape.
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 natural-style gardens, this robust hosta creates an imposing presence while remaining low-maintenance and undemanding.