| Description | Hosta August Lily (H. plantaginea) is a medium size Hosta with glistening light green leaves. Produces large, fragrant flowers towards the end of the growing season. |
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| Plant Type | Perennials Hardy, Site author's observations |
| Hardiness Zone | 3-8 |
| Sunlight | I have seen this plant growing in full sun. Probably best in a site where it gets morning sun. References state that this Hosta needs some sun to produce a good show of flowers. |
| Moisture | average |
| Soil & Site | average |
| Flowers | white on 30" scapes, get up to 5-6" long |
| Leaves | light green, smooth and shiny |
| Dimensions | 24 by 36 inches or larger (HS) |
| Propagation | division |
| Native Site | Japan |
| Cultivar Origin | It has been around since the 18th century. |
| Misc Facts | One of the few fragrant flowering Hosta. AKA: Fragrant Lily |
| Notes & Reference | #33-Hosta the Flowering Foliage Plant (Diana Grenfell) |
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