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Hosta Tardiflora: Cultivating the Late-Blooming Shade Favorite

 
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Hosta Tardiflora

Hosta tardiflora is, as its name indicates, somewhat slow-growing -- at least for a hosta. But like other hostas it prefers a shady spot.

Eventually, hosta tardiflora will form sizable clumps. Its arrow-shaped, dark green leaves have a thick texture, and the large racemes of pale purple flowers appear in autumn just above the leaves. This compact plant is good where space is limited.

Hosta Tardiflora Quick Facts:

Scientific Name: Hosta tardiflora

Common Name: Hosta

Type of Plant: Perennial

Growing Zones for Hosta Tardiflora: Hardy to zone 3

Growing Conditions for Hosta Tardiflora: Shade

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