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Sagae Hosta

Scientific name: Hosta spp. 'Sagae'
Taxonomy
Family:Liliaceae
Type:Groundcovers Herbaceus
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:3 to 9
Sun:Partial shade to full shade
Moisture:Medium
Plant Characteristics
Height:3 ft
Width:6 ft
Bloom:Summer flowers
Bloom Time:June to July
Bloom Color:Lavender
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Sagae Hosta was recognized by the American Hosta Society in 2004.

  Morphology:
This is classified as a herbaceous ground cover that can attain a height of 3’ and mature width of 6’ if given light shade. The leaves are large (14” long and 10” wide). They have a thick texture. For color, look for a chalky blue-green base and neat gold margin.

The flowers are violet. Formerly known as Hosta 'Fluctuans Variegata'.

  Adaptation:
Hostas are easy to cultivate in fertile, moist soil with a pH near neutrality.

  Pests:
Watch for slugs.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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