Quill hosta

Hosta 'Quill'

PerennialAsparagaceae

RHS AGM 2018

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantSalt tolerantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles partial sun or full shade

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom season: Summer

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenLow maintenancePollinator gardenRock gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Quill' hosta (Hosta 'Quill') is a perennial for borders, shade gardens, and low maintenance beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average moisture. It blooms from early to late summer, and the flowers are fragrant. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit the blooms. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.

Pairs well with Fanal astilbe, Sorbet peony, and Autumn crocus.

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