One of the largest hostas, Hosta 'Sum and Substance' (Plantain Lily) is a perennial forming a spreading mound of thick, broadly heart-shaped, light green leaves, up to 20 in. long, turning chartreuse to gold depending on sun exposure.
- Type: Perennial
- Zone: 3 to 8
- Height: 2.00 to 3.00 feet
- Spread: 3.00 to 5.00 feet
- Bloom Time: August
- Bloom Description: Lavender
- Sun: Full sun to part shade
- Water: Medium
- Maintenance: Low
- Flower: Showy, Good Cut
- Leaf: Colorful
- Attracts: Hummingbirds
- Tolerate: Heavy Shade, Black Walnut