Product Description
Hosta 'Twin Cities' (20)ct Flat
A reverse sport of 'St. Paul' and a tetraploid form of 'Paul's Glory'. Thick, blue-green leaves have wide, 2" chartreuse margins that mature to gold and produce an upright, spreading clump. Light lavender flowers are produced in early to midsummer.
Height: 32.0 Inches
Spread: 60 - 64 Inches
Scape Height: 40 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Green shades Variegated
Part Shade to Full Shade
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Attractive Foliage, Mass Planting
Hosta 'Twin Cities' is a striking and robust hosta variety that adds a touch of elegance to any shade garden. Here is what you need to know about it:
Appearance:
- Leaves: Large, heart-shaped, blue-green leaves with wide, chartreuse margins that mature to a golden yellow. The leaves have a slightly corrugated texture, adding to their visual appeal.
- Flowers: Produces pale lavender flowers on tall stalks in early to mid-summer.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Prefers partial shade to shade. While it can tolerate some sun, it is best to avoid hot afternoon sun, especially in warmer climates.
- Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Water: Requires consistent moisture, especially during dry periods.
Characteristics:
- Mature Size: Forms a large mound, reaching about 32 inches tall and 60 inches wide.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-8.
- Growth Habit: Forms a dense, upright, and spreading clump.
- Care: Generally low maintenance but watch out for slugs and snails.
Why it is Popular:
- Reverse Sport of 'St. Paul': It is a reverse sport of Hosta 'St. Paul', which itself is a tetraploid form of Hosta 'Paul's Glory'. This lineage gives it a strong genetic background and desirable traits.
- Eye-Catching Foliage: The striking contrast between the blue-green center and the gold margin makes it a standout in the garden.
- Large Size: Its impressive size makes it a great choice for filling in large spaces or creating a focal point.
Uses:
- Specimen Plant: Its large size and beautiful foliage make it an excellent focal point in the garden.
- Background Plant: Can be used to create a backdrop for smaller plants.
- Mass Planting: Creates a stunning ground cover when planted in groups.
Overall, Hosta 'Twin Cities' is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking for a large, beautiful, and reliable hosta with impressive foliage and a strong growth habit.
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!
