1 gallon Hosta Guacamole Plantain Lily - fragrant lavender-white flowers above apple-green leaves with dark green margins. Grows in zones 3-9, size 12-24". Grown in shade to partial shade.
Hosta 'Guacamole' Plantain Lily
Hosta 'Guacamole' is a popular variety of hosta known for its large, glossy, avocado-colored leaves with streaks of darker blue-green running through them. It is a vigorous grower and can reach heights of up to 24 inches and spreads over time to 51 inches. It performs best in sun, part shade to full shade in fertile, moist, well-drained soils.
To grow Hosta 'Guacamole', choose a location in partial shade to full shade with well-drained soil. Amend the soil with compost or manure before planting. Space the plants 2-3 feet apart. Water the plants regularly, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize the plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Hosta 'Guacamole' is relatively pest-resistant, but it can be susceptible to slugs and snails. To prevent slug and snail damage, apply a slug and snail bait around the plants in the spring.
Hosta 'Guacamole' is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It is a good choice for mass plantings, borders, and container plantings. It is also attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Here are some additional tips for growing and caring for Hosta 'Guacamole':
- Divide the plants every 3-5 years to keep them vigorous and blooming well.
- Remove any spent blooms to encourage rebloom.
- Prune the plants in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or diseased leaves.
With proper care, Hosta 'Guacamole' will thrive for many years to come and add a touch of drama to your garden.
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.
