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Hosta 'Canadian Shield'

Family Hostaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Hosta 'Canadian Shield' (hosta) bears faded fuchsia blossoms during mid summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Hosta 'Canadian Shield' is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.