Majestic in both size and presence, Sum and Substance Hosta is a true statement plant for the shade garden. This award-winning giant features broad, heart-shaped leaves in glowing chartreuse to golden-green tones, depending on light exposure. The substantial, glossy foliage provides season-long color and texture, creating a lush, tropical look in even the shadiest corners.
Known for its impressive vigor and adaptability, Sum and Substance forms a massive clump over time, making it ideal as a specimen plant or a bold backdrop in mixed plantings. Its thick leaves offer good resistance to slugs, while tall spikes of pale lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer, drawing in pollinators and adding gentle vertical interest.
Well-suited to Manitoba’s climate, this variety performs best in part shade with some morning sun to bring out its brightest color. Low-maintenance and long-lived, Sum and Substance is a must-have for gardeners seeking high-impact foliage and reliable performance in shaded spaces.
Sum and Substance Hosta (1 Gallon Pot)
Features:
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Foliage Color: Chartreuse to gold, with glossy texture
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Flower Color: Pale lavender
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Growth Habit: Very large, mounded, and clump-forming
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Light Requirements: Part shade; morning sun enhances color
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Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
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Water Needs: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
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Maintenance: Low; divide every few years if needed
Perfect For:
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Focal points and specimen plantings in the shade garden
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Creating bold, architectural texture in woodland borders
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Pairing with contrasting hostas and fine-textured shade plants
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Large containers and shaded courtyard displays
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Cold-hardy gardens throughout Manitoba and Canada
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