Hosta sieboldii Kabitan
Hosta sieboldii Kabitan
Hosta sieboldii Kabitan
Hosta sieboldii Kabitan
Hosta sieboldii Kabitan
Siebold's Plantain Lily, Funkia
Specimen in accordance with the description
Thibault, 20/10/2020
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Description
Hosta sieboldii 'Kabitan', or Hosta albomarginata 'Kabitan', is a miniature hosta with crinkled and narrow lanceolate leaves, lemon-yellow with green margins, turning a cream colour in summer. It produces lavender trumpet-shaped flowers on stalks in July and August. Delicate and bright, easy to grow and thrive in moist soil, it will be happy in large pots or containers, can serve as excellent ground cover, and bring an exotic touch to pond edges.
Hosta 'Kabitan' is a deciduous perennial, with a clump-forming habit from spring onwards. It belongs to the lily family or the hosta family depending on the classification. It is one of many hybrids obtained from the hybridisation of the variety 'Maekawa', itself descended from species native to Japan and China. The plant will reach a height of 20cm (8in) for the foliage, spreading over 40cm (16in). Hosta sieboldii 'Kabitan' has an upright cascading habit. Its longevity is excellent. It has elongated lanceolate leaves, initially lemon-yellow with fine green edges in spring, becoming cream with green margins in summer. The plant retains its cream colour well in slightly sunny positions. Flower stalks rise above the foliage and display dense clusters of deep lavender flowers in July and August. This perennial spreads by stolons, similar to strawberries.
Hosta sieboldii 'Kabitan' will pair well with ferns or eucomis in partial shade, creating an elegant and surprising effect with minimal maintenance. This hosta will also thrive alongside columbines, tall foxgloves, or small violets. All hostas grow well in pots and can remain in the same container for several years. Choose a special geranium compost to use during the growing season. 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 and pour water into it, maintaining a constant level of water in summer.
Most species commonly found in Western gardens were introduced from Japan to Europe by Philipp Franz von Siebold in the mid-19th century. Hostas are edible and are called "urui" in Japan, where they are commonly consumed in various forms.
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Botanical data
Hosta
sieboldii
Kabitan
Asparagaceae
Siebold's Plantain Lily, Funkia
Cultivar or hybrid
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 low in limestone), and 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) x 20cm (8in) x 20cm (8in). If your soil is heavy, mix equal parts compost with crumbled soil, partially fill the hole, and place your plant with the root ball so that the top of the root ball is covered with 3cm (1in) of soil. Applying a base fertiliser (such as bonemeal) will nourish your plant during its rooting period without risk of burning. 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, you will need to water regularly for a few weeks to facilitate the establishment of your plant. Also, water regularly during dry summers.
With their common preference for moist locations, slugs and snails never stray far from hostas. Even though blue or variegated hostas often have thicker and tougher foliage, making them less appetising to slugs, these plants still need protection from gastropods. Protect your Hostas by surrounding them with ferramol-based pellets (approved for Organic Agriculture), eggshells, coffee grounds, wood chips, or any dry and rough natural substance that repels them. Hedgehogs are the gardener's best allies in the fight against 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 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.