Hosta 'Glad Rags'
Family: Asparagaceae (Asparagus
Family)
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Hardiness Zones: 3-9
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Height: 16 inches
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Spread: 24 inches
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Bloom Time: July
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Bloom: tubular, pale lavender
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Light: part shade to full shade; best
color in AM sun, PM shade
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Soil: organically rich, well-drained
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Moisture: average, consistent; drought
tolerant once established
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Use: focal plant in cottage, shade and
woodland gardens, borders, patio containers, cut flowers
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Care: low maintenance
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Concerns: slugs, not deer resistant
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Native to: genus native to Japan and Korea
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Notes: somewhat vase-shaped form;
semi-cupped, heavy leaves (6x4 inches) are corrugated with an extra-wide border
around an irregular green center; border is chartreuse in shade, bright gold in
part shade, and cream in stronger sun and in late summer; bloom attracts
hummingbirds and pollinating insects; salt tolerant; black walnut tolerant
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Supplier: Kopke's Fruit of the Bloom
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Shade Garden F260
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