Overview
Hosta 'Devon Green' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Hosta 'Devon Green' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is a holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and city and courtyard gardens.
About
Hosta 'Devon Green' is a clump-forming perennial that reaches approximately 50 cm in height and spreads to about 60 cm in width. Its glossy, deep green foliage consists of leaves that measure around 15 cm in length. In late summer to early autumn, it produces small, tubular flowers that are pale purple adorned with darker stripes.
About the genus
Hostas are perennial plants that grow in clumps, featuring simple leaves that can be ovate or lanceolate in shape. These leaves may exhibit appealing colors or variegation. In early summer, they produce erect racemes bearing nodding flowers that are funnel- or bell-shaped.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hosta
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hosta 'Devon Green' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hosta 'Devon Green'
- Cultivation
- Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in part shade with shelter from cold, dry winds. See hosta cultivation
- Pruning
- Remove spent foliage as required and clear up dead foliage when it dies back at the end of the growing season
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in late summer or early spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails; plants in pots may be susceptible to vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a virus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hosta 'Devon Green'?
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in part shade with shelter from cold, dry winds. See hosta cultivation.
Where is the best place to plant Hosta 'Devon Green'?
Hosta 'Devon Green' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hosta 'Devon Green' need?
Hosta 'Devon Green' grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Hosta 'Devon Green'?
Remove spent foliage as required and clear up dead foliage when it dies back at the end of the growing season.
How big does Hosta 'Devon Green' grow?
Hosta 'Devon Green' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Hosta 'Devon Green' hardy in the UK?
Hosta 'Devon Green' has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Hosta 'Devon Green'?
Propagate by division in late summer or early spring.