Plantain lilies 'Mama Mia' (Hosta 'Mama Mia')

Plantain lilies 'Mama Mia'

A Hosta cultivar with a unique leaf coloration, plantain lilies 'Mama Mia' displays heart-shaped green leaves with golden edges that are ideal if you want a subtle beauty gracing your garden. Not only are gardeners captivated by its leaves, but plantain lilies 'Mama Mia' also forms delicate lavender blooms that are sure to steal the heart.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

45 cm

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Plantain lilies 'Mama Mia'

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: For plantain lilies 'Mama Mia', regular watering is crucial during the first summer, keeping soil moist to 15 cm (6 in). Potting requires frequent attention, particularly in dry conditions, to prevent browning leaves. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot, and water under leaves to deter pests.

Fertilize: Plantain lilies 'Mama Mia' requires nutrient-rich soil and benefits from fertilizers to enhance leaf thickness and flower production. For garden plants, apply decomposed organic fertilizer in winter or spring, while for potted plantain lilies 'Mama Mia', use liquid fertilizer monthly during growth, and foliar sprays can promote leaf greenness and flowering.

Pruning: Plantain lilies 'Mama Mia', prized for its lush foliage and shade tolerance, requires early spring pruning to remove dead leaves and spent flower stalks, improving air circulation and energy distribution. This practice helps maintain its natural form, control size, and encourages healthy, vigorous growth.

Propagation: The primary propagation methods for plantain lilies 'Mama Mia' are sowing and dividing. Sowing takes 3-5 years for blossoming and may not retain parent traits. Division, which can occur after 2-3 years, preserves parent qualities and allows for blooming in the same year, ideally done in spring.

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