Are you looking for an attractive ground cover? How about the gold-rimmed Funkie, for example? It is a real eye-catcher and also easy to care for.
The gold-rimmed hosta (Hosta x fortunei) belongs to the perennial plants from the genus hosta (Hosta) and comes from Asia. It is just as suitable as a bed or container plant as it is for greening balconies and terraces. The gold-rimmed hosta's distinguishing features include its beautiful purple inflorescences and large heart-shaped leaves.
Gold Fringe Funkie Appearance
Gold-rimmed hostas grow five to ten centimeters long, bell- or panicle-shaped inflorescences in violet shades. Depending on the variety, the flowering period extends from June to August. The leaves are usually very heart-shaped, but can also appear rather slender and narrow in some varieties, such as the gold-rimmed hosta 'Wolverine'.
The green leaves often have yellowish or white edges, which contribute significantly to the visual appeal of the plants. The higher the proportion of yellow or whitish leaves, the better gold-edged hostas can cope with direct sunlight. However, you should generally avoid locations in full sun.
Location and Ground
As an expressly shade-loving plant, the gold-rimmed hosta makes an important contribution to garden design. Popular places of use are woody edges, shady beds, tubs on terraces and balconies as well as the edges of ponds. However, the plants in all these locations have very high demands on the soil quality. The soil should be fresh, well drained, humus and rich in nutrients. Gold-rimmed hostas are not harmed by acidic soil.
Important Care Instructions
Water requirements:
The water requirement of the gold-rimmed hostas is in the average range. A light soil moisture is completely sufficient and even better than too much water. Fully grown gold-rimmed hostas can also withstand a few days of drought without damage. However, young plants should be kept constantly moist to enable unhindered growth.
Fertilization:
Gold-rimmed hostas are perennial and deciduousPlants that have to regenerate almost all of their substance from the roots in spring. During this time, the energy expenditure is significantly higher than during the rest of the year. A liberal addition of mature compost ensures that the gold-rimmed hosta is getting all the nutrients it needs. After that, the plants no longer need to be fertilized.
Pests:
The most common threat to gold-rimmed hostas comes from snails. This is especially true for thin-leaved varieties. Slug pellets are recommended as an antidote. However, this only applies if there are no dogs or cats living in the garden, because slug pellets are also poisonous for pets.
A good success rate in the fight against the pests can also be achieved with metal snail fences. The effort is worth it, especially if you fence in entire beds. Otherwise, of course, a keen eye helps. You should always remove snails that you notice when walking around in the garden. More helpful tips against snails without poison can be found here.