Hosta sieboldiana 'Golden Meadows'
from Reinier van Elderen
Introduced 2006
A lively, famboyant hosta whose tri-colour leaves are textured with puckering and twisting.
Dark green edges frame large, chartreuse-gold centres, which are further patterned with paler green streaks.
The leaf centres turn whiter with increased sun exposure. Lavender-white flowers.
Height: 24”/ 60cm
Spread: 26”/ 80cm
Hardiness: US zones 3-8
Blooms: June-July
Common name:
Funkia, Plantain Lily
Patent status:
EU 15521
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Reinier van Elderen
By Miriam Young
Plant breeding is all about having fun, and shocking the neighbours as often as possible! |
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| The Story Behind the Plant |
A gift of nature
By Miriam Young
'Golden Meadows' was a naturally ocurring mutation that refused to be propagated by scientific methods. |
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| Growing Advice |
All you need to know
By Miriam Young
 'Golden Meadows' is a bit of a rogue in as much as it's a Hosta that likes the sun. However, it still mustn't be allowed to get thirsty. |
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