Hosta (Hosta 'Sun Power') HOSS-tah Genus:  Hosta 'Sun Power' is a clump-forming perennial with oval to heart-shaped, yellowish green leaves below funnel-shaped, pale-lavender to white flowers in midsummer. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Excellent specimen plant for the front and center of the border. Care:  Grow in moist but well-drained, fertile soil. Shade tolerant. Grows best with full morning sun. Tolerates drought, but a summer mulch is beneficial. Full sun brings out the leaf color. Propagation:  Divide plants in late summer or early spring. Problems:  Slugs, snails, viruses, foliar nematodes. In containers, watch for vine weevils.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Characteristics Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Summer Flower Color Purple, White Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Waterside Style Rock Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Drought Tolerant Type Perennials