Hosta x 'So Sweet'
So Sweet Plantain Lily
- American Hosta Growers Plant of the Year for 1996
- Green foliage edged with a white border
- Petite vase form
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Fragrant white flowers in summer
- Rapid grower
- Category: Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Height: 6-12 in
- Spread: 6-12 in
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, White Shades
Hosta 'So Sweet' is a charming, compact perennial reaching 8" tall, with glossy, medium green leaves edged in creamy white and chartreuse streaks. Its vase-shaped clumps create a tidy, elegant appearance, perfect for borders or mass plantings. In late summer, fragrant, funnel-shaped white flowers bloom atop 14" scapes, adding seasonal interest and a delightful scent to the garden. This low-maintenance hosta grows quickly, forming dense foliage that crowds out weeds, providing texture and contrast to any landscape. Named the American Hosta Growers Plant of the Year in 1996, 'So Sweet' remains a garden favorite for its beauty and versatility.
Flower Color
| • | White |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hosta x 'So Sweet'
Grows well in average, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. Once established, plants can handle some drought, but consistent moisture shows the best performance. Plants can be divided in early spring or autumn.
