Hosta 'Lancifolia'

Hosta, Lave-leaved Plantain Lily, Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Lancifolia' — a small to medium classic hosta valued for its narrow, lance-shaped deep green leaves and dependable late-season bloom. The smooth, pointed foliage forms a neat, arching mound that spreads gradually, making it especially useful for edging and groundcover in shaded gardens. Purple-lavender flowers appear on slender stems in late summer to early fall, often blooming later than many other hostas.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 10–14 in (to ~20 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Low, arching mound

Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates some morning sun

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
A durable, fast-spreading hosta excellent for edging, woodland gardens, groundcover, and mass plantings. Its narrow foliage provides fine texture and combines well with broader-leaved hostas, ferns, and other shade perennials.

Care:
Provide regular moisture and mulch annually to conserve soil moisture. Remove spent flower stalks after bloom and clean away old foliage in spring. Divide every few years if needed to maintain vigor or expand plantings. 🌿








 

Plant type

Perennial

Height

10-14"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Summer

Flower color

Lavender, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Arching, Low Mounding

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No