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Hosta Eskimo Pie

Hosta Eskimo Pie
Plantain Lily, Funkia

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colours not as pretty as in the picture

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Hosta Eskimo Pie, with pale yellow foliage striped with chartreuse green and edged with bluish tones and pure white flowers.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
25 cm
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Hostas are perennial herbaceous plants with deciduous foliage that reproduce from rhizomes and stolons. They differ in size, texture, and colour. Originally from East Asia, they were first brought back from Japan and then from Korea. But these Liliaceae are also found in northern China and eastern Siberia. They are also commonly called Hosta or Plantain Lily because of their foliage.
Excellent plants for shade, they are grown for their highly decorative foliage. The pale yellow leaves striped with chartreuse green and edged with bluish green of the Hosta Eskimo Pie are deeply veined and measure an average of 15cm (6in). The yellow colour gradually turns to ivory white in summer. The parallel veins on the leaves are specific to this family. This miniature variety spreads over 50cm (20in) in width, making it a good option for ground cover. From June to July, a series of long stems that overhang the leafy tuft bear a terminal cluster of very white flowers, slightly pendulous, measuring 2 to 3cm (1in). Despite their resemblance to lily flowers, they are completely odourless. Hostas prefer rich loamy soils, even heavy and clayey soils, as long as they remain slightly moist. If they are happy, they will stay in place for years without requiring special care.

Pair them with the gold of Geranium phaeum Margaret Wilson, with ramsons, with the old rose colours of Digitales mertonensis, or even with the purple fronds of the fern Athyrium niponicum Pictum. All are very effective as slug repellents. Lobelia speciosa Russian Princess and the familiar silver Brunnera macrophylla Mr Morse will be excellent companions. Also consider Heucheras and their wonderful range of colours, or the delicate flowers of fairy bells (Epimediums). This way, you will enhance the shaded and slightly damp parts of the garden by creating a pleasant haven for the summer. Hostas also thrive in pots, which should be placed in partial shade and watered regularly.
Important to know: the lighter the leaves of the hostas, the more they tolerate stronger sunlight. Dark leaves, especially the blue ones, are more sensitive to it, and the heat causes them to lose the waxy film responsible for their colour. A few hours of sun per day, even partial, are more than enough for these plants of shade rather than full shade. In fact, without much sunlight, they will not flower. As it would be a shame to deprive oneself of these magnificent flowers, it is important to find a harmonious compromise between light and shade.

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Hosta Eskimo Pie (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time June to July
Inflorescence Cluster
Flower size 3 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour variegated

Plant habit

Height at maturity 25 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Hosta

Cultivar

Eskimo Pie

Family

Liliaceae - Hostaceae

Other common names

Plantain Lily, Funkia

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference92791

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Planting and care

Hostas are planted in spring or autumn. Hostas prefer a deep, fertile, humus-rich, loose soil, preferably neutral to acidic (at least poor in limestone), moist to wet throughout the year. Plant them in partial shade or dappled shade and in a sheltered location away from strong winds.

Prepare a planting hole of 20cm (8in) in all directions. If your soil is heavy, mix half compost with crumbled soil, partially backfill the hole, and place your plant so that the top of the root ball is covered with 3cm (1in) of soil. Adding a slow-release fertilizer like bonemeal will nourish your plant during its rooting period without the risk of nutrient burn. Make sure to position the collar well above ground level. Firm the soil and water generously to eliminate air pockets. If the weather is dry, regular watering for a few weeks will help your plant establish. Also, water regularly during dry summers.

With their common preference for moist areas, slugs and snails are never far from hostas. Even though blue or variegated hostas often have thicker and tougher foliage, which is less appetizing to slugs, these plants need protection from gastropods. Protect your hosta plants by surrounding them with ferramol-based pellets (approved for organic farming), eggshells, coffee grounds, wood chips, or any dry and rough natural substance that repels them. Hedgehogs are the gardener's best allies in controlling gastropods, as they do not till the soil like chickens and do not attack the lush green shoots of young plants. Finally, some plants have a repulsive smell for slugs, such as wormwood and garlic.

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Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Back of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 3 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, clayey

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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