Plantain Lily 'Munchkin Fire', Munchkin Fire Hosta
Hosta ‘Munchkin Fire’ (Plantain Lily) is a small, low-growing perennial forming a luminous mound of short, narrow, bright yellow leaves. The foliage retains its golden color all season long. Racemes of small, pale lavender flowers appear on scapes rising to 20 in. (50 cm) above the foliage in midsummer. This miniature hosta makes a perfect addition to troughs, patio containers, and small gardens.
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Hosta |
| Common names | Plantain Lily, Hosta |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height | 7" (18cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 15" (40cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Hosta |
| Common names | Plantain Lily, Hosta |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height | 7" (18cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 15" (40cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Hosta ‘Munchkin Fire’ (Plantain Lily) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Hosta ‘Munchkin Fire’ (Plantain Lily) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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