Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v) — Clump forming

Overview

Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (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 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Like other Hostas, it grows in clumps with simple ovate or lanceolate leaves, and produces erect racemes of nodding, funnel- or bell-shaped flowers in early summer. This cultivar thrives in partial to full shade, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained soil and a sheltered position. It is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city gardens, cottages, and patios, and is hardy in the UK (H7). Propagation is by division in late summer or early 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: 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 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (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 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (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 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v)?

Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v) prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v) need?

Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (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 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v) hardy in the UK?

Hosta 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (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 'Sound of Music' (Shadowland Series) (v)?

Propagate by division in late summer or early spring.

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