Hosta Liberty
Hosta Liberty
Hosta Liberty
Hosta Liberty
Hosta Liberty
Plantain Lily, Funkia
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Description
Hosta 'Liberty' produces a large, variegated, heart-shaped foliage, with a blue-green centre that is widely and irregularly margined with lime green on the young leaves. Over time, the margins, which appear applied with a brush, take on a lovely golden yellow to pale blonde hue. This large variety forms generous clumps with an upright and spreading habit. The foliage is adorned in summer with a light flowering of mauve-lavender bell-shaped spikes. This wonderful perennial is easy to grow and thrives in damp, semi-shady soil, and creates beautiful combinations with other perennials or even bushes.
This Hosta is a completely hardy perennial that, from spring onwards, forms wide and spreading clumps. It belongs to the Asparagus family. The plant will reach a height of 60 to 65 cm (24 to 26in) and 85 cm (34in) when in flower, and will spread at least 60 cm (24in) over several years of cultivation. It forms a broad clump, wider than it is tall. It is a long-lived plant with large deciduous heart-shaped leaves, ending in a tiny pointed tip, with visible veins. The lamina is thick and bumpy. The edges of the juvenile leaves change colour and lighten as they mature. This thick foliage is quite resistant to attacks from gastropods. The flowering takes place in July-August, in the form of small pale lavender hanging bells, grouped towards the top of the peduncles that can reach a height of 85 cm (34in).
The hybrid Hosta 'Liberty' associates well with many perennials in semi-shade, such as astilbes, ferns, epimediums, and Claytonia sibirica, with which it forms beautiful colourful duos that require little maintenance. It will also look great alongside columbines and tall foxgloves or small violets. It can also be paired with semi-shade bushes such as Mexican orange, variegated hollies, and azaleas. All hostas grow well in pots and can remain in the same container for several years. As long as the foliage is not too dense, watering from the top of the pot is possible. Then place a saucer under the pot to maintain a constant level of moisture in the summer.
Most species commonly found in our gardens were introduced from Japan. Hostas are edible and are called urui in Japan, where they are commonly consumed.
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Botanical data
Hosta
Liberty
Asparagaceae
Plantain Lily, Funkia
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Hostas can be planted in spring or autumn. Hostas prefer a deep, humus-rich, loose soil, which is preferably neutral to acidic and moist to wet throughout the year. Plant them in partial shade or partial shade and in a sheltered position away from strong winds.
Prepare a planting hole of 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in). If your soil is heavy, mix half compost with crumbled soil, partially backfill, and place your plant in a clump so that the top of the clump is covered with 3 cm (1in) of soil. The addition of a fertiliser (bonemeal) will nourish your plant during its rooting period without the risk of burning. Ensure that the collar is well above ground level. Firm the soil and water generously to eliminate air pockets. If the weather is dry, you will need to water regularly for a few weeks to help the establishment of your plant. Also, water regularly in case of a dry summer.
With their preference for humid areas, slugs and snails never stray too far from hostas. Even though blue or variegated hostas often have thicker and tougher foliage, which is less appetising to slugs, these plants must be protected from gastropods. Protect your hostas by surrounding them with granules approved in organic agriculture, eggshells, coffee grounds, mulch, or any dry and rough natural substance that repels them. Hedgehogs are the gardener's best allies in the fight against gastropods because, unlike chickens, they do not dig up the soil and do not attack the lush green shoots of young plants. Finally, some plants have a repellent odour for slugs, such as wormwood and garlic.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.