Overview
Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_) 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 'China' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hosta, known for its simple ovate or lanceolate leaves and early summer racemes of nodding, funnel- or bell-shaped flowers. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full or partial shade, ideally in sheltered, east-, north-, or west-facing aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil across a range of types and pH levels. Suitable for city gardens, courtyards, and containers, Hosta 'China' is hardy to UK zone H7 and benefits from generous mulching in spring and propagation by division in late summer or early spring.
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 'China' (_plantaginea_) 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 'China' (_plantaginea_)
- 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 'China' (_plantaginea_)?
Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_) prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_) need?
Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_) 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 'China' (_plantaginea_) hardy in the UK?
Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_) 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 'China' (_plantaginea_)?
Propagate by division in late summer or early spring.
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