Description
Hosta Mount Tom
Hosta Mount Tom is a superb large hosta introduced by Bill and Eleanor Lachman, renowned for its striking blue-green foliage and broad creamy-white margins. The thick, heavily textured leaves are held in a semi-upright habit, creating an impressive architectural presence in shaded borders, woodland gardens and larger container displays. As the plant matures, the foliage develops increased substance and corrugation, adding even greater visual appeal.
During summer, Hosta Mount Tom produces attractive lavender flowers on tall stems above the foliage. The combination of bold variegation, large textured leaves and elegant blooms makes this variety a standout specimen plant. Its vigorous growth and reliable garden performance have made it one of the finest hostas to emerge from the Lachman breeding programme.
Plants leaves are cut back from August and will reappear late Spring.
Why Choose Hosta Mount Tom?
- Large blue-green leaves with wide creamy-white margins
- Thick, heavily textured foliage
- Attractive lavender summer flowers
- Excellent specimen plant for shaded gardens
- Ideal for woodland planting and large containers
- Vigorous and long-lived perennial
- Outstanding foliage contrast throughout the season
Growing Hosta Mount Tom
Hosta Mount Tom thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil and performs best in partial to full shade. The blue foliage colour is best maintained when protected from strong afternoon sun. Regular watering during dry periods will help the plant establish quickly and maintain healthy growth throughout the season.
Hosta Mount Tom Care Tips
Apply a generous mulch around the plant in spring to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Protect emerging shoots from slugs and snails during early growth. Once established, this hardy perennial requires very little maintenance and will gradually develop into a magnificent clump that provides years of reliable garden interest.
Growing Information
- Position: Partial shade to full shade
- Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
- Flower Colour: Lavender
- Foliage Colour: Blue-green with creamy-white margins
- Mature Height: 60–65cm
- Mature Spread: 90–120cm
- Hardiness: Fully hardy perennial
Related Plants and Further Information
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