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Hosta specimen planting

Hosta Tratt.

An agrotechnical method of positioning a hosta as a landscape focal point, aimed at showcasing the potential of large and giant cultivars with a harmonious, symmetrical clump shape.

In the reference 8 varieties crop Hosta, where this is mentioned in the description.

For specimen planting of hostas, architectural habit and high ornamental stability throughout the entire season are critical. Preference is given to large and giant cultivars with a height of 70–100 cm, which are capable of capturing attention and forming a voluminous accent without losing the shape of the leaves.

Unlike group plantings, where the individual outlines of the clump are obscured, specimen placement allows the plant to demonstrate its texture and scale to the fullest. The plants are set out in isolation on lawns or accent areas, such as near water features, where lighting conditions are selected to highlight the cultivar's decorative characteristics.

General information about the subject — on the page Specimen planting.

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Varieties of Hosta mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Liberty

Active

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Machen, Jr. John Lee

3 records

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

van den Top Hendrik Jan

3 records

Amalia

Active

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Hendrik Jan van den Top

2 records

Titanic

Active

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Hansen Hans A

2 records

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Shady Oaks Nursery LLC

2 records

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Hansen Hans A

2 records

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Alieksieienko Oksana Volodymyrivna, Vol`s`ka IUliana Oleksandrivna,

UA
1 record

Roxsanne

Terminated

Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Gerardus J.C.M. Heemskerk

1 record