Plantain Lily 'Sun Mouse', Sun Mouse Hosta
Hosta ‘Sun Mouse’ (Plantain Lily) is a small, low-growing perennial forming a cute miniature mound of thick, nearly round, brilliant yellow leaves that retain their golden color well into summer. Racemes lavender flowers appear above the foliage on scapes, reaching 18 in. (45 cm) in midsummer. Moderately fast-growing, this small hosta is perfect for brightening up hosta troughs and shade gardens. Plant it in an area with morning sun or filtered shade for best yellow color.
Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
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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 | 6" (15cm) |
Spread | 1' (30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
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 |
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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 | 6" (15cm) |
Spread | 1' (30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
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 ‘Sun Mouse’ (Plantain Lily) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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