Hosta 'Fried Green Tomatoes'

Hosta

Family
Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
Synonym
Hardiness
Sun Exposure
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Height
Folded
Spacing
Moderately
Sun Exposure
Slightly Shiny
Danger
Slightly Shiny
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Seed Collecting
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Full Shade
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Patent Information
Foliage Color
Large (leaf 81-144 square inches; plant 18”-28” tall)
Bloom Characteristics
Mound-like
Water Requirements
Fast
Where to Grow
Ovate
Seed Collecting
Medium Green
Dark Green
Fruit Shape
No margin
Fruit Size
1 (Thick)
Fruit Colors
Fewer than 9
Growing Habit
Flat/Nearly Flat
Days to Maturity
No margin
Seed Type
Mid/Late
Usage
Near White
Disease Resistance
Tubular
Leaf Type
Slightly Fragrant
Very Fragrant
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Non-patented
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Montgomery, Alabama

Lawrenceville, Georgia

Marietta, Georgia

Decatur, Illinois

Machesney Park, Illinois

Hobart, Indiana

Solsberry, Indiana

Royal Oak, Michigan

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Omaha, Nebraska

Fanwood, New Jersey

Jamesburg, New Jersey

Norman, Oklahoma

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

Flint, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

4
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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C
Norman, OK (Zone 7a) | June 2013 | positive

Fast grower for a hosta. Leaves are a pretty variegated shape. Seems to be hardier than most hostas. Love it

C
Fanwood, NJ | August 2007 | positive

Wow. I was shocked at how fragrant the flowers are (and the flowers are substantial). Love it!

B
B
Hobart, IN (Zone 5a) | April 2004 | positive

While a little on the plain side, this hosta is one of the most vigorous in my garden, it's one of my favorites.

S
Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | July 2002 | positive

Gorgeous, huge leaves. Doesn't require a lot of water compared to other hostas, either.

J
J
MD &, VA (Zone 7b) | July 2002 | neutral

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