Hosta plantaginea 'Venus'

Fragrant Hosta, August Lily

Family: Liliaceae Lily


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Late Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, ground cover, seashore, specimen, woodland garden
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 4' to 4' / 1.20m to 1.40m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing