Overview
Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and patio and container plants.
About
Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial from the genus Hosta, known for its simple ovate or lanceolate leaves that are deciduous. This cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, ideally in a sheltered position away from cold, drying winds. It is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as patios and containers. 'Bigga Luigi' offers seasonal interest in spring and summer with its foliage and the erect racemes of nodding, funnel- or bell-shaped flowers typical of Hostas.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hosta
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hosta 'Bigga Luigi'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in late summer or early spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails; plants in pots may be affected by vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hosta 'Bigga Luigi'?
Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' need?
Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' hardy in the UK?
Hosta 'Bigga Luigi' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Hosta 'Bigga Luigi'?
Propagate by division in late summer or early spring.
More in the Hosta genus
- Hostaplantain lily
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- Hosta 'Blue Haired Lady'
- Hosta 'Celestial'
- Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_)
- Hosta 'Crimson Desire'
- Hosta 'Abiqua Delight' (v)
- Hosta 'Abraham Lincoln'