Hosta 'Fortunei Albomarginata'

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
Wavy
Spacing
Moderately
Sun Exposure
Slightly Shiny
Danger
Glaucous Bloom
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 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
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
Fruit Shape
Creamy White
Pure White
Fruit Size
2 (Good)
Fruit Colors
9 to 11
Growing Habit
Serrated
Days to Maturity
1/4" - 1/2"
1/2" - 1"
Seed Type
Mid
Mid/Late
Usage
Pale Lavender
Disease Resistance
Funnel
Leaf Type
No fragrance
Foliage Color
Yes; seed is not viable
No it does not set seed
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:

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Bonifay, Florida

Daytona Beach, Florida

Marietta, Georgia

Newnan, Georgia

Elberfeld, Indiana

Henderson, Kentucky

Slidell, Louisiana

Dearborn, Michigan

Traverse City, Michigan

New Ulm, Minnesota

Union, Missouri

Annandale, New Jersey

Jamesburg, New Jersey

Ithaca, New York

Glouster, Ohio

Springfield, Ohio

Portland, Oregon

Centre Hall, Pennsylvania

Marshalls Creek, Pennsylvania

Florence, South Carolina

Hereford, Texas

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Marion, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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P
Dearborn, MI (Zone 5b) | October 2017 | neutral

Have had two of these for 14 years and they have done well. They get some direct sun but show no effect from it. Late in season there i...Read More

L
Ithaca, NY (Zone 5b) | January 2005 | positive

I purchased this hosta perhaps 5 years ago and had it planted along with a variety of other hostas in my lower garden where it received a...Read More

A
| July 2003 | positive

It grows well in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, which is zone 2b/3a. The leaf colour is especially nice in shady areas.

S
Mississauga, ON (Zone 6a) | July 2003 | positive

Terrific hosta & less expensive than many of the newer varieties. It's one to be patient with as each season will bring more growth & a m...Read More

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J
MD &, VA (Zone 7b) | January 2003 | neutral

Flower scapes 24"-40". AHS 1987. Name changed from H. fortunei 'Albo marginata to H. 'Fortunei Albomarginata'

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