Hosta 'First Frost'
Delivery information
Click and Collect: Please allow up to 24 hours for us to pick and process your order. As soon as we have picked your order we will phone you and arrange a time to collect it.
An Post (Seeds Only) €4.00
A postal fee of €4.00 applies for any seed order. It does not apply to bulbs or seed potatoes or large boxes of wildflower seeds.
Nationwide Shipping Max Weight 27kg (including Northern Ireland) €9.00
This offer applies to most of our products online such as Christmas, plants, gardening, aquatic and pet products. Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed. In this instance, a member of our team will contact you. Our courier company delivers Monday to Friday and not weekends.
Pallet Delivery For Dublin and Parts of Kildare €25.00
If you have ordered compost, furniture that we stock here in Newlands, BBQ or if your order is overweight or bulky, we will personally deliver to Dublin and parts of Co. Kildare or 25Km radius from where we are based.
Pallet Delivery Nationwide €59
(For counties outside of Dublin & Kildare) If your order is overweight or bulky or fragile and your shipping address is not based in Dublin or Kildare then we will ship your order by pallet.
Hosta 'First Frost' is a stunning hosta variety that boasts beautiful blue-green leaves edged with creamy yellow margins. Its leaves are heart-shaped and slightly wavy, adding a touch of elegance to any garden bed. As its name suggests, 'First Frost' is a hardy plant.
Why we like it:
- The striking variegated foliage adds interest and texture to a garden bed or border.
- 'First Frost' is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow and care for.
- It thrives in shade, making it an excellent option for gardeners with limited sun exposure.
What to know:
- Hostas prefer moist, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering.
- Remove any damaged or yellowed leaves to keep the plant healthy and attractive.
- Hostas are susceptible to slug and snail damage, so take preventative measures such as using slug bait or setting up slug traps.
- 'First Frost' typically blooms in mid-summer, producing attractive lavender flowers on tall stems.
Height and Spread:
- Height: 30-40cm
- Spread: 60-90cm