Hosta (Plantain Lily) 'Glad Rags'
A vibrant and distinctive shade-loving perennial, Hosta (Plantain Lily) 'Glad Rags' stands out with its bold, variegated foliage and lush, full appearance. Its broad, slightly corrugated leaves display bright golden-yellow centers edged with deep green margins, creating a striking contrast that instantly brightens garden beds, borders, and shaded landscapes.
Key Features
- Showy variegated foliage with golden centers and rich green edges
- Dense, mounding growth habit ideal for filling shaded spaces
- Excellent choice for borders, containers, and woodland gardens
- Produces delicate lavender blooms on tall stems in summer
Plant Care Instructions
- Light: Prefers partial to full shade; avoid strong afternoon sun to prevent leaf burn.
- Water: Keep soil consistently moist; do not allow it to dry out completely.
- Soil: Thrives in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
- Humidity: Tolerates average outdoor humidity; benefits from mulching to retain moisture.
- Temperature: Performs best in temperatures between 10–27°C and is well-suited for temperate climates.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth.
- Maintenance: Remove damaged leaves and apply mulch to suppress weeds and conserve moisture.
- Pruning: Trim spent flower stalks after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance.
- Repotting: Divide clumps every few years in spring or fall to rejuvenate growth and manage size.
Note: Plant pot may vary in design from the product image. Most plants come with a one-time-use plastic grower pot.