Ben Vernooij Hosta

Steel-blue leaves, wide creamy margin, striking variegation

Botanical Name- Hosta Ben Vernooij

Pronunciation- HAH-stuh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Part sun to shade

Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Pale lavender

Bloom Time- Summer

Companion Plants- Ferns (cool blue foliage vs feathery green)

Fauna Attracted- Not a major pollinator plant, but hummingbirds do visit tubular flowers

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP22

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back spent foliage after frost; keep soil moist and fertilize in spring.

Trimming Instructions- Remove dead or damaged foliage in fall or early spring.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Clay soil benefits from organic matter to retain moisture evenly.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Slugs, crown rot