Hosta 'Devon Green' (Plantain Lily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hosta 'Devon Green' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Hosta, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Devon Green' 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 'Devon Green' is a clump-forming Hosta grown for its deciduous foliage and reliable performance in shaded positions. It suits full to partial shade on east-, north- or west-facing sites and prefers a sheltered situation. Flowering occurs from June to August. It works equally well in patio containers, courtyard settings and informal cottage borders.

About the genus

Hosta is a genus of plants commonly known as hostas, plantain lilies and occasionally by the Japanese name gibōshi. Hostas are widely cultivated as shade-tolerant foliage plants. The genus is placed in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Agavoideae, and is native to northeast Asia.

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In the garden

Hosta 'Devon Green' is a clump-forming cultivar within the Hosta group, notable for its deciduous leaves and shade tolerance. It flowers in the UK from June to August, producing its seasonal bloom while the foliage forms the main architectural interest. Place it in full or partial shade on an east-, north- or west-facing aspect where it will be sheltered from harsh winds. It tolerates a wide range of soils — chalk, clay, loam and sand — provided they are kept moist but well-drained; soil pH may be acid, neutral or alkaline. The plant carries a UK hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy and will withstand winter conditions across the UK when sited in a protected spot. Use Hosta 'Devon Green' where a compact clump is required: city and courtyard gardens, cottage or informal borders, and patio containers all suit it. Sheltered aspects help preserve the leaves through the season, and its deciduous habit means the foliage dies back over winter and returns the following spring, keeping the planting rhythm consistent year to year.

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 'Devon Green' size, habit and characteristics

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 'Devon Green'

Propagation: Division in late summer or early spring
Pest resistance: 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 'Devon Green'?

Hosta 'Devon Green' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hosta 'Devon Green' need?

Hosta 'Devon Green' 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.