Hosta St Elmo's Fire

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Rating: 4.8/5

Hosta St Elmo's Fire, Saint Elmo's Fire

Hosta St Elmo’s Fire features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises large and glossy, upright, lime-yellow leaves with a wide, cream margin. In summer, purple, bell-like flowers are borne atop short stems which are followed by seed heads that attract birds. This herbaceous perennial will grow to about 50 cm tall and 80 cm wide. Hosta St Elmo’s Fire is commonly used in tropical and cottage gardens, mass planted as a groundcover, included in borders, maintained in a container, or planted around outdoor living areas.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	50 cm
Spread:	80 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Hosta St Elmo's Fire, Saint Elmo's Fire

Hosta St Elmo's Fire Details

Hosta St Elmo’s Fire features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises large and glossy, upright, lime-yellow leaves with a wide, cream margin. In summer, purple, bell like flowers are borne atop short stems which are followed by seed heads that attract birds. This herbaceous perennial will grow to about 50 cm tall and 80 cm wide and in cold climates it may die off during winter to regrow again in spring. It grows best in a full sun or partial shade position on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost and cold climates but should not be allowed to dry out. Hosta St Elmo’s Fire is commonly used in tropical and cottage gardens, mass planted as a groundcover, included in borders, maintained in a container, or planted around outdoor living areas. A mass planting affords an impressive display.