Overview
Hosta 'Columbus Circle' (v) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Columbus Circle' (v) 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 'Columbus Circle' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Like other hostas, it grows in clumps with simple leaves that may show attractive variegation. It thrives in partial or full shade, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand, and benefits from shelter against cold, drying winds. This cultivar is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as patios and containers, offering interest in spring and summer with its foliage and nodding, funnel- or bell-shaped flowers.
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 'Columbus Circle' (v) 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 'Columbus Circle' (v)
- 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 'Columbus Circle' (v)?
Hosta 'Columbus Circle' (v) prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hosta 'Columbus Circle' (v) need?
Hosta 'Columbus Circle' (v) 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 'Columbus Circle' (v) hardy in the UK?
Hosta 'Columbus Circle' (v) 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 'Columbus Circle' (v)?
Propagate by division in late summer or early spring.
More in the Hosta genus
- Hostaplantain lily
- Hosta 'Abiqua Blue Crinkles'
- Hosta 'Blue Haired Lady'
- Hosta 'Celestial'
- Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_)
- Hosta 'Crimson Desire'
- Hosta 'Abiqua Delight' (v)
- Hosta 'Abraham Lincoln'