Overview
Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v) grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, low maintenance and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Hosta 'Ebb Tide' is a cultivar of the genus Hosta, which comprises perennial, clump-forming plants with simple ovate or lanceolate leaves. This herbaceous perennial is deciduous and thrives in partial shade with shelter from cold, drying winds. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, and as underplanting for roses and shrubs, it is hardy to UK zone H7. 'Ebb Tide' is best propagated by division in late summer or early spring and offers interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hosta
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (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, Low Maintenance, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v)
- Propagation
- Division in late summer or early spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v)?
Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v) need?
Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v) hardy in the UK?
Hosta 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (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 'Ebb Tide' (_montana_) (v)?
Division in late summer or early spring.
More in the Hosta genus
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- Hosta 'Blue Haired Lady'
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- Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_)
- Hosta 'Crimson Desire'
- Hosta 'Abiqua Delight' (v)
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