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Hosta T-Rex | Giant Plantain Lily
Hosta T-Rex | Giant Plantain Lily

Hosta T-Rex | Giant Plantain Lily

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T-Rex' takes a while to get into its stride, but this imposing herbaceous perennial will eventually expand up to 2m (6ft)...

9cm pot
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Plant description

T-Rex' takes a while to get into its stride, but this imposing herbaceous perennial will eventually expand up to 2m (6ft) with individual leaves stretching over 30cm (12in). Effortlessly filling large gaps with its lush and captivating foliage, characterised by its colossal, matt-green ribbed leaves, this giant plantain lily is as straightforward to cultivate as any other hosta. Adding to its allure, loose clusters of near-white flowers on stems up to 1m 1m (3ft) high will develop in the summer.
Position

Position

Partial shade / shade

Flowering period

Flowering period

August

Soil type

Soil type

All soil types

Hardiness

Hardiness

Fully hardy

Specifications

Delivery Option
Standard delivery
Location
Outdoor
Sunlight
Full shade, Partial shade
Soil type
All soil types
Rate of growth
Average
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Flowering Period
August
Flower colour
Purple
Dimensions
9cm pot
Product Code
RH30005379

Care guide

You'll get thicker, lusher leaves if you give your hostas a really good feed. An annual mulch in spring or autumn will help to keep the weeds down and is an easy way to improve soil and boost nutrient levels. Add a generous mulch of about 5-10cm (2-4in) deep of garden compost or leaf mould around the plant. Spraying the leaves regularly with a high nitrogen fertiliser during the growing season will also help to boost leaf size. Slugs and snails love hostas, so you will need to protect against them. Use an organic nematode treatment in early spring to ward off slugs, or simply stick to a container.

Water your hostas well as soon as you plant them and from then on water regularly during their first growing season. Give them a water about once or twice a week around the base of the plant, avoiding the leaves. Little and often can be disastrous as it encourages the plant to produce roots closer to the surface.

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