Overview

Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (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 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Like other Hostas, it grows in clumps with simple, deciduous leaves that may be ovate or lanceolate in shape. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with moist but well-drained loam soil, preferring sheltered sites with neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, informal settings, patios, and underplanting. 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' is best grown in fertile soil with protection from cold, drying winds, and benefits from generous mulching in spring.

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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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 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (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 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (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 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v)?

Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v) need?

Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v) hardy in the UK?

Hosta 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (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 'Lakeside Hazy Morn' (v)?

Division in late summer or early spring.

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