Hosta ‘So Sweet’ | Plantain Lily

Hosta ‘So Sweet’ | Plantain Lily

Plant Highlights: 

• Growing Zone: 3-9
• Plant Brand: The Plant Factory Choice
• Botanical Name: Hosta x ‘So Sweet’ (Plantain Lily)
• Foliage Color: Variegated foliage
• Flower Color: Lavender shades, Blooms mid-summer
• Flower Fragrance: N/A
• Fall Color:
• Type: Perennial
• Mature Height: 12"
• Mature Width: 12"
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Exposure: Sun ( 6 hours max) Shade ( 4 hours max) to Part Shade (4-6 hours max)
• Soil Needs: Most, likes Acid types
• Water Needs: Average  
• Pruning Needs: Divide every 3-5 years
• Awards :  
• Grown by: The Plant Factory
• Pictures provided by : Walters Garden 

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Friendly: No
• Reblooming: No
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes

Hosta ‘So Sweet’ (Plantain Lily)

Hosta ‘So Sweet’ is a standout in any shade garden, known for its charming fragrance, shimmering foliage, and dependable performance year after year. As one of the most beloved varieties of plantain lily, this award-winning perennial brings both elegance and ease, rewarding gardeners with lush growth and summer blooms that perfume the garden with a gentle, sweet scent.

Appearance and Growth Habit

‘So Sweet’ forms a naturally rounded mound, typically reaching 18 inches tall and spreading about 36 inches wide at maturity. Its dense, symmetrical growth makes it perfect for edging shaded walkways, bordering garden beds, or filling out containers on patios.

The glossy, medium-green leaves are edged with clean white margins that stay crisp throughout the growing season. This refined contrast brightens darker garden spaces and pairs beautifully with ferns, Astilbe, and Heucheras. In midsummer, tall slender stems rise above the foliage to display clusters of lavender-white trumpet-shaped flowers. Each bloom emits a delightful fragrance, drawing in pollinators like hummingbirds and bees, and adding a touch of romance to shaded areas.

Bloom and Seasonal Appeal:

‘So Sweet’ begins its floral display in mid to late summer, with blooms typically appearing in July and continuing into early fall. The flowers’ pale hue glows softly against the foliage, especially in the dappled light of morning or evening. Even after flowering, the mounded leaves maintain superb form and texture, providing season-long interest. Unlike some Hostsa that fade under heat, ‘So Sweet’ is remarkably sun-tolerant for its type, thriving in partial shade to light sun conditions.

Planting and Care Tips:

This Hosta is remarkably easy to grow, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Consistent moisture brings out the best color and vigor, though the plant tolerates occasional dryness once established.

For new gardeners, planting is simple: dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball, set the crown just at soil level, and water thoroughly after planting. Mulch lightly around the base to retain even moisture and discourage weeds. The plant requires little maintenance beyond watering during extended dry spells and removing spent flower stalks or tattered leaves as seasons change.

Seasoned gardeners appreciate ‘So Sweet’ for its resilience and versatility. It resists damage from deer and rabbits, adapts well to various soil types, and divides easily every few years to rejuvenate growth or create new plants. Hosta’s are cold-hardy perennials that return reliably each spring, emerging fresh and vigorous after winter dormancy.

Garden Uses:

Hosta ‘So Sweet’ shines as a focal point in woodland borders, courtyard gardens, and shaded foundation plantings. Its lush texture complements companion plants, softens hardscapes, and turns underused shade areas into inviting, layered landscapes. Whether mass planted for sweeping color under trees or set near a patio to enjoy its fragrance, this variety adds enduring beauty with minimal effort.

Bring lasting charm and effortless appeal to your garden with Hosta ‘So Sweet’—a fragrant, low-maintenance favorite that grows lovelier with every season.

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.

What makes Plant Factory Direct a great option?

We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful “out of the box” experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.