Product Description
'Night Before Christmas' Hosta (25) bare root clumps
- A mutation of H. 'White Christmas' with thicker leaves and wider leaf margins
- Huge, dark green leaves have striking creamy-white centers that change to pure white by midsummer
- Pale lavender, tubular flowers are produced on 34' scapes in mid to late summer
- Attracts both hummingbirds and songbirds
Medium to Large.
White center with smooth, dark green margin.
Mature size - 30 inches wide x 18 inches height, <br>semi upright moderately dense clump.
Lavender flower on creamy white scape.<br>
sport of WHITE CHRISTMAS.
Twisted, lance shape, shiny leaves.
A Stunning Centerpiece for Your Shade Garden
Bring a touch of festive elegance to your landscape with the Hosta 'Night Before Christmas'. This captivating hosta boasts striking dark green leaves with wide, creamy white centers that brighten to pure white as the season progresses.
The dramatic contrast creates a dazzling display, reminiscent of a snowy Christmas Eve, making it a true standout in any shade garden. 'Night Before Christmas' is a sport of the popular 'White Christmas' but offers even thicker leaves and more pronounced margins for an enhanced visual impact.
Description:
- Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Size: Medium-sized mound, reaching approximately 18 inches in height and 24-30 inches in width.
- Foliage: Heart-shaped, dark green leaves with wide, creamy white centers that transition to pure white. Leaves are thick and textured, providing slug resistance.
- Flowers: Pale lavender, bell-shaped flowers bloom on tall scapes in mid to late summer, adding a delicate touch of color.
- Zone Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-9 (suitable for a wide range of climates)
- Light: Prefers partial to full shade. Avoid direct afternoon sun in hot climates.
Details:
- Unique Coloration: The eye-catching color contrast of dark green and bright white foliage.
- Thick, Slug-Resistant Leaves: Provides durability and reduces maintenance.
- Attractive Mound Form: Creates a full, lush appearance in the garden.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for borders, containers, woodland gardens, and as a focal point.
Planting and Care:
- Location: Choose a location with partial to full shade and well-drained soil.
- Planting: Plant in spring or early fall, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart. Dig a hole wider than the root ball and set the crown (where roots meet the stem) at or slightly above ground level.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the first year. Once established, hostas are relatively drought-tolerant but benefit from regular watering during dry spells.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring as new growth emerges.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect from slugs.
- Pest Control: Monitor for slugs and snails and take action if necessary. Deer may also be a concern in some areas.
- Division: Divide clumps every 3-5 years in spring or fall to rejuvenate plants and prevent overcrowding.
Add a touch of Christmas magic to your garden year-round with the Hosta 'Night Before Christmas'!
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
