BOTANICAL: Hosta lancifolia

PRONOUNCED: HOSS-tuh lan-sih-FOH-lee-uh

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COMMON: Narrow leaved plantain lily BLOOM HEIGHT LIGHT ZONE Mid-August 15" - 2 ft. x equal spread Semishade 3 - 9 August - Deep violet COMMENTS: A very hardy and dependable plant for difficult sites, and magnificent in bloom. The 2- to 5-inch long leaves are only 2- to 3-inches wide. Provide deep, average soil and keep moist while it is becoming established. If you are online with the Internet, visit the Hosta Library to identify a wide range of hosta varieties, or read Hosta Data.