The Hosta 'Ben Vernooij' is a striking, medium-sized perennial known for its exceptional foliage durability and intense variegation. It is a tetraploid sport of the award-winning 'First Frost' variety, meaning it has extra-thick leaves that provide superior slug resistance and help it maintain its appearance until the first frost of autumn. Key Characteristics Foliage: Heart-shaped leaves with intense blue-green centers and wide, feathered creamy-yellow margins that mature to creamy white as the season progresses. Flowers: Large, bell-shaped pale lavender flowers bloom on tall stems during mid-summer. Size: Typically reaches 12–18 inches tall and spreads 24–36 inches wide.Growth Habit: Clump-forming with a mounded, slightly spreading form. Growing Requirements Light: Performs best in part to full shade. Filtered or morning sun helps maximize the color contrast of the variegated leaves. Soil: Prefers rich, moist, and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of various soil types, including clay and acidic soils. Hardiness: Highly adaptable, thriving in USDA Zones 3–9. Maintenance: Low maintenance; simply remove spent flower stalks and trim back dead foliage in early spring.
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