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Hosta Vulcan (Plantain Lily)

March 4, 2023
Hosta / Plantain Lilies
Hosta ‘Vulcan’ (Plantain Lily) forms an eye-catching mound of broad, heart-shaped leaves with pure white centers, dark green margins and pale golden-yellow streaks in between. Star-like lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer, rising on scapes 24 in. long (60 cm).

Hosta 'Vulcan' (Plantain Lily) forms an eye-catching mound of broad, heart-shaped leaves with pure white centers, dark green margins and pale golden-yellow streaks in between. Star-like lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer, rising on scapes 24 in. long (60 cm). Vigorous, it is ideal for the dappled shade border and suitable for planting in mixed containers.

  • Forms a foliage mound up to 22 in. high (55 cm) and 36 in. wide (90 cm).
  • Performs best in sun to part shade in fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from cold, dry winds.
  • Perfect for the shade garden, mixed with other perennials in bed and borders, city gardens, cottage gardens, rock gardens or containers.
  • Watch for slugs and snails which could damage the attractive foliage.
  • Cut off the stems after blooming to encourage the plant's growth. Discolored leaves should be trimmed back to the ground.
  • Propagate by division in early spring or late summer.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

Requirements

Hardiness 3
– 9
Heat Zones 2
– 9
Climate Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Hosta – Plantain Lilies
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall
Height 1'
– 2'
(30cm
– 60cm)
Spread 2'
– 3'
(60cm
– 90cm)
Spacing 36″ (90cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden