Hosta 'Striptease'

Hosta

Family
Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
Synonym
Hardiness
Sun Exposure
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Height
Wavy
Spacing
Lightly
Sun Exposure
Slightly Shiny
Danger
Glaucous Bloom
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Seed Collecting
Partial to Full Shade
Full Shade
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Patent Information
Foliage Color
Large (leaf 81-144 square inches; plant 18”-28” tall)
Bloom Characteristics
Mound-like
Water Requirements
Fast
Where to Grow
Ovate
Seed Collecting
Medium Green
Golden Yellow
Pure White
Streaked with color marked above
Fruit Shape
Medium Green
Fruit Size
3 (Average)
Fruit Colors
9 to 11
Growing Habit
Flat/Nearly Flat
Days to Maturity
1 1/2" - 2
2" - 2 1/2"
Seed Type
Mid
Usage
Pale Purple
Disease Resistance
Funnel
Leaf Type
No fragrance
Foliage Color
No it does not set seed
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Non-patented
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cordele, Georgia

Marietta, Georgia

Machesney Park, Illinois

Metamora, Illinois

Naperville, Illinois

Peoria, Illinois

Saint Charles, Illinois

Washington, Illinois

Waukegan, Illinois

Elberfeld, Indiana

Topeka, Kansas

Andover, Massachusetts

Lexington, Massachusetts

Royal Oak, Michigan

New Ulm, Minnesota

Ranier, Minnesota

Billings, Montana

Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Greene, New York

Southold, New York

Pittsboro, North Carolina

Belfield, North Dakota

Medora, North Dakota

Glouster, Ohio

Portland, Oregon

Coopersburg, Pennsylvania

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

North Augusta, South Carolina

Amelia Court House, Virginia

Lexington, Virginia

Linden, Virginia

Newport News, Virginia

Richmond, Virginia

South Hill, Washington

Lake Delton, Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin(2 reports)

Marion, Wisconsin

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

5
positives
3
neutrals
0
negative
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P
Barnstead, NH | June 2018 | neutral

Honestly I only bought this plant because of the risque variety name, to annoy my wife and mother-in-law. Planted by the front walk with ...Read More

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Lexington, VA (Zone 6a) | January 2006 | positive

Proven to be extremely vigorous in our gardens. Planted in the front of our Hosta borders, receives more sun and has adapted well to thes...Read More

L
Ithaca, NY (Zone 5b) | January 2005 | positive

Medium-sized mound 20" high by 50" wide of green-margined leaves with a narrow band of gold in the center; some streaks of white at the j...Read More

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Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | January 2005 | neutral

Hosta of the Year - named by the American Hosta Growers' Association - 2005!!!

E
Portland, OR (Zone 8b) | October 2004 | positive

Definitely one of my favorite hostas and doesn't mind some morning sun.

B
SC, MT (Zone 5a) | September 2004 | positive

A nice addition in a grouping. Fast grower.

B
B
| September 2002 | positive

Partial Shade ground cover, edging, border

J
J
MD &, VA (Zone 7b) | July 2002 | neutral

Flowers are pale lavender on 20"-30" scapes.

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