Hosta - Sum & Substance, 1 Pack
- Shipping Starts in Late March 2026
- Shipped as Small Starter Plants (2.5" Plugs)
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Hosta - Sum & Substance
A true giant among hostas, ‘Sum & Substance’ impresses with its enormous, glossy leaves that shift from bright chartreuse to golden-yellow as the season progresses. Its bold, corrugated foliage forms a dense, vase-like mound that adds striking texture and colour to shady garden areas. In midsummer, tall flower scapes emerge bearing pale lavender, bell-shaped blooms that attract hummingbirds and bring added height and softness to the plant’s structure. This low-maintenance variety is more sun-tolerant than many hostas and is notably resistant to slugs, making it a favourite for both seasoned and new gardeners. Voted 2004 American Hosta Growers Association’s Hosta of the Year.
- 1 - 2.5" Plug
- Huge golden chartreuse leaves
- Lavender midsummer blooms
- Broad, slug-resistant mound for dramatic impact
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Colour | Chartreuse to gold foliage; pale lavender flowers |
| Hardiness Zone | 2 - 9 |
| Plant Height | 2–3 ft (60–90 cm) |
| Plant Width | 5–6 ft (150–180 cm) |
| Sun Requirements | Partial to full shade; tolerates morning sun to deepen golden tones |
| Fragrant | Yes – flowers lightly fragrant |
| Deer/Slug Resistant | No (slug resistant) |
| Plant Timing | Plant in spring in moist, fertile soil |
| Bloom Timing | June - August |
| Plant Depth | Plant crown at soil level |
| Plant Spacing | ~60 in (150 cm) apart for full clump |
