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| Family | Hostaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in) | | Spread | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Light | partial shade to shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Hosta longissima (hosta) bears showy and faded purple blossoms during late summer to early fall. This herbaceous perennial has deep green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, waterfront and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Hosta longissima has a natural resistance to rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts birds to your garden. | | |
