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Hosta Plantaginea 'Grandiflora'

Hosta Plantaginea 'Grandiflora'

Hosta plantaginea ‘Grandiflora’ — a large perennial hosta with a broad, mounded form, prized for its glossy green foliage and large highly fragrant white flowers. The broad, smooth, heart-shaped leaves form a vigorous clump, while oversized trumpet-shaped blooms open in late summer to early fall, bringing strong fragrance and attracting hummingbirds and pollinators.

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: Width: 48–60 in | Height: 20–24 in (up to 30–36 in in flower)
USDA Zones: 3a–9b
Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun
Soil / Water: Rich, well-drained soil; evenly moist conditions preferred
Wildlife: Hummingbirds, bees

Features & Landscape Uses:



Large fragrant white flowers are highly ornamental 🌿



Glossy foliage gives a lush tropical look



Excellent near patios and walkways where fragrance can be enjoyed



Valuable late-season flowering hosta



Care:
Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive soil with regular watering during summer. A little morning sun encourages stronger flowering, but protect from harsh afternoon heat.

Plant type
Perennial
Height
20-24''
Width
48-60"
Hardiness zones
3–8
Sunlight
Full Shade, Partial Shade
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Mid Summer
Flower color
White
Leaf color
Green
Attracts
Hummingbirds
Soil
Moist well-drained, Rich
Landscape use
Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting
Shape
Broad, Mounded
Fragrant
Yes
Deer resistant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No