Plantain lilies 'Love Pat' (Hosta 'Love Pat')

Plantain lilies 'Love Pat'

Plantain lilies 'Love Pat' is said to be one of the best blue-leaved Hostas around. This cultivar is the result of a cross between 'Blue Velvet' x 'Blue Vision.' The plantain lilies 'Love Pat' cultivar uniquely combines three characteristics: lavender flowers, intense blue-green leaves, and dramatically cupped foliage. Many other varieties may have one of these qualities, but not all three combined. Furthermore, this cultivar is slug-resistant and very attractive to bees, making it both a beautiful and practical addition to any garden.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Blue, Green, Gray

Leaf Color

White

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Plantain lilies 'Love Pat'

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Regular watering is crucial for plantain lilies 'Love Pat' in the first summer, keeping soil moist to 15 cm (6 in) deep. Potted plantain lilies 'Love Pat' needs frequent watering in summer to prevent leaf browning, but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. Water under the leaves to deter pests.

Fertilize: Plantain lilies 'Love Pat' thrives in nutrient-rich soil. Apply fully decomposed organic fertilizer once in winter or spring. Use nitrogen and phosphate-rich fertilizers before germination and blooming, and addition of phosphate-potassium during budding. For potted plantain lilies 'Love Pat', use liquid fertilizer monthly and consider foliar feeding with urea and monopotassium phosphate before blooming.

Pruning: Plantain lilies 'Love Pat' thrives in shade with lush foliage. Prune in early spring to remove damage and boost growth. Trim flower stalks post-bloom and deadhead regularly for vigorous foliage. Use clean tools to prevent disease and enhance plant health.

Propagation: Plantain lilies 'Love Pat' can be propagated through sowing and dividing. Sowing seeds takes 3-5 years to bloom, often losing desirable traits. Division, recommended in spring after 2-3 years of growth, preserves traits and allows blooming in the same year, producing 3-5 small buds annually.

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