Hosta 'Whirlwind' Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Whirlwind' Plantain Lily
Hosta 'Whirlwind' Plantain Lily

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Twisted and wavy, the variegated leaves on this award-winning hosta change color through the season
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Bareroot
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Key Characteristics
Zone
3 - 9
Mature Height
18 IN
Mature Width
2.9 Feet
Sun / Shade
Part Shade, Shade
Moisture Level
Moist, well-drained

Description / Hosta 'Whirlwind' Plantain Lily

Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit; American Hosta Society Best Variegated Hosta in a Garden Award 1992

A smaller variety, Hosta 'Whirlwind' stands just about 18 inches tall and 35 inches wide at maturity. Grown for its showy heart-shaped foliage, 'Whirlwind' flaunts dramatically variegated and slightly twisted leaves that have wide, irregular dark margins and a creamy center that changes to lime green and then turns to dark green as the season progresses. In early to late summer, Hosta 'Whirlwind' sends up trumpet-shaped pale lavender flowers that rise gracefully on tall, slender scapes above the lush foliage. These blossoms attract hummingbirds and butterflies and can add a delicate touch to mixed floral arrangements.

A Hosta undulata variety, commonly called plantain lily, Hosta 'Whirlwind' is a shade-loving, clump-forming perennial, extremely hardy in Zones 3-9. It has a symmetrical, mounding habit and grows fairly fast, though full maturity may take several years. Long-lived, it returns year after year more robust, enhancing their appeal. Hosta 'Whirlwind' shines when planted in masses as ground cover or arranged in flowing drifts throughout the garden. Its versatility also makes it an excellent choice for borders, foundation plantings, containers, and edging. Additionally, it pairs well with spring bulbs, filling in as bulb foliage fades. Hosta 'Whirlwind' is perfect for a woodland garden and looks especially striking beneath large trees.

Renowned for its ease of care as well as its beauty, Hosta 'Whirlwind' is a low-maintenance plant that thrives with minimal care. It prefers dappled to full shade and grows best in rich, moist, well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Regular watering is essential, as hostas should never be allowed to dry out. Applying a slow-release fertilizer annually helps it maintain its lush, vibrant appearance.

Plant Hosta 'Whirlwind' hosta roots in spring, spacing them 35 inches apart and planting them 1½ to 2 inches deep.

Product Details

SKU 44480-PK-3
Item Form Bareroot
Genus Hosta
Species undulata
Variety 'Whirlwind'
Product Classification Perennials, Plants
Habit Mound-shaped
USDA Zone Low 3
USDA Zone High 9
Sun / Shade Part Shade, Shade
Bloom Color Lavender
Bloom Season Start Early Summer
Bloom Season End Late Summer
Foliage Color Medium Green, Variegated, White
Resistance Cold Hardy
Special Features Easy Care Plants, Flower
Uses Containers
Zone 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
State Shipping Restrictions GU, PR, VI
Shipping Method Restrictions none

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