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Hosta plantaginea var. japonica

Family Hostaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Hosta plantaginea var. japonica (fragrant hosta) bears showy and fragrant blossoms during late summer to early fall. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds to your garden.