1-gallon Hosta Fire Island is a vibrant plant grown in zones 3-9. Its bright yellow leaves on red petioles with red coloring extending into the leaves make it a stunning addition to any garden.
Hosta Fire Island
Hosta 'Fire Island' is a beautiful and unique hosta cultivar. It is known for its stunning foliage, which is bright yellow with red petioles. The leaves are heart-shaped and lobed, and they form a dense mound that can reach up to 14 inches tall and 34 inches wide.
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In late summer, Hosta 'Fire Island' produces delicate, lavender flowers on tall stalks. The flowers are bell-shaped and are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Fire Island' is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow. It prefers partial shade to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is also tolerant of deer and rabbits.
Here are some tips for growing Hosta 'Fire Island':
- Plant Hosta 'Fire Island' in a location that receives partial shade to full shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water Hosta 'Fire Island' regularly, especially during hot weather.
- Fertilize Hosta 'Fire Island' in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Remove spent flower stalks to encourage reblooming.
- Divide Hosta 'Fire Island' every 2-3 years to maintain its vigor.
Hosta 'Fire Island' is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the garden. It can be used as a groundcover, border plant, or container plant. It is also a good choice for woodland gardens and rock gardens.
Here are some ideas for using Hosta 'Fire Island' in the garden:
- Plant Hosta 'Fire Island' as a groundcover in a shady spot under trees.
- Create a border of Hosta 'Fire Island' along a walkway or driveway.
- Plant Hosta 'Fire Island' in a container on your patio or deck.
- Use Hosta 'Fire Island' as an accent plant in a woodland garden or rock garden.
Hosta 'Fire Island' is a beautiful and easy-to-grow plant that is sure to add interest and color to your garden.
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Hosta 'Fire Island' is a dazzling display of fiery foliage. Its bright yellow leaves and red stems are a beacon of light in the shade garden. Plant one today and add a touch of tropical flair to your landscape!
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.