About
A naturally occurring variety of Hosta longissima with notably short, broad (brevifolia) leaves relative to the typical species, forming compact clumps of narrow to broadly ovate, dark green, slightly glossy leaves and slender scapes bearing small, funnel-shaped, pale lilac flowers in midsummer. A choice hosta for a moist, shaded border or woodland garden.
About the genus
Saxifraga can be annuals, biennials, evergreen or herbaceous perennials, mostly mat-forming in habit, with simple or palmately lobed leaves and starry or rounded flowers which may be solitary of in panicles or cymes
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.