Hosta ‘Pineapple Upside Down’

Hosta ‘Pineapple Upside Down’

Type:: hostas, perennials that last
Notable Traits:: attracts butterflies/pollinators, striking foliage
Hardiness:: Zone 3 – 9
Mature Height:: 18-24in
Light:: part sun/afternoon shade (eastern exposure), shade (northern exposure)
Water:: requires regular watering
Bloom Color:: lavender
Bloom Shape:: trumpet
Bloom Time:: summer
Foliage:: green, variegated, yellow

Narrow, rippled leaves are green in spring developing gold centers by summer. Lavender flowers in August. 47″ spread.

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