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Hosta 'Minute Man' 2L
Hosta 'Minute Man' – Elegant Funkia with Expressive Edging
Hosta 'Minute Man' is a striking variety of hosta, valued for its contrasting leaves, which are distinguished by a dark green center and a wide, creamy white edge. This medium-sized perennial adds a distinct accent to shade and semi-shade gardens, adding elegance and bright accents. Its decorative leaves and delicate flowers make it an excellent choice for many garden arrangements.
Main features of hosta 'Minute Man'
List
- Colour: Dark green center surrounded by a wide, white border.
- Shape: Broad, heart-shaped leaves with a subtle sheen.
- Decorativeness: The leaves retain their intense colors throughout the growing season, adding expressiveness to shady places.
Flowers
- Colour: Light lavender, bell-shaped flowers.
- Flowering period: From June to July.
- Form: The flowers appear on slender stems that rise above the leaves, adding lightness to the plant.
Cut
- Form: A compact, tufted perennial.
- Height: The clump of leaves reaches a height of 30–40 cm, and the flower shoots grow up to 50–60 cm.
- Width: The clump grows about 50–70 cm, creating a regular, harmonious form.
Cultivation requirements of hosta 'Minute Man'
Location and soil
- Position: It grows best in partial shade or shade. In sunny positions, it requires moist soil to avoid scorching the leaves.
- Soil: Fertile, permeable, moist, neutral or slightly acidic.
Watering and fertilizing
- Watering: Watering regularly, especially during periods of drought, to keep the soil constantly moderately moist.
- Fertilization: In spring and early summer, it is worth using an organic or compound fertilizer to support healthy growth and intense leaf coloring.
Care
- Trimming: After flowering, you can remove the withered inflorescences to improve the aesthetics of the plant.
- Protection against snails: Like most hostas, the 'Minute Man' hosta can be exposed to slug attacks, so it is worth using ecological protection measures.
- Wintering: It is fully frost-resistant (zone 3–8) and does not require additional protection for the winter.
Use of 'Minute Man' hosta
Flower beds and garden compositions
- Shade beds: Ideal for shady areas such as under trees or along the northern walls of buildings.
- Perennial compositions: It goes well with ferns, cranesbills, bruneria and other shade-tolerant plants.
Edging and group plantings
- Thanks to its contrasting leaves, it is perfect for the edges of beds or as a space-filling element in larger groups of plantings.
Pots and terraces
- It can be grown in large pots, where it is an elegant decoration of terraces and balconies.
Water gardens
- It prefers humid environments, which makes it perfect for planting the edges of ponds or ponds.
Why choose 'Minute Man'?
- Contrasting leaves: The striking combination of a dark green center with a white edging makes it extremely decorative.
- Shade Tolerance: Ideal for places where other plants may have difficulty developing.
- Easy care: It is an undemanding perennial, resistant to more difficult conditions.
- Versatile: Great for a variety of garden styles, from classic to modern.
Plant Specifications
- Flower pot: 2 liters
- Age: 2 years old
- Frost resistance: Yes
Our Holding is registered in the register of entrepreneurs under the registration number PL 16/09/3299. You can be sure that you are purchasing a healthy seedling, grown and cared for under the supervision of the State Inspectorate for Plant Protection and Seed
Manufacturer details
SprzedajemyRosliny
Powstańców Śląskich 61
46-024 Kolanowice
Poland
786448679
biuro@sprzedajemyrosliny.pl
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