Hosta 'Forbidden Fruit' PBR is a stunning tetraploid sport of the popular 'Orange Marmalade' variety, introduced by Marco and Joyce Fransen from the Netherlands. This medium-sized perennial showcases exceptionally thick, variegated leaves with a glowing golden-yellow to pale orange center dramatically contrasted by wide blue-green margins. Perfect for adding vibrant color to shaded landscape areas with minimal maintenance requirements.
A tempting addition to shade gardens
The 'Forbidden Fruit' Hosta offers landscape professionals and garden designers several outstanding features that make it a valuable addition to any shade planting scheme:
- Thick, slug-resistant foliage that maintains its beauty throughout the growing season
- Striking color combination with golden-yellow to pale orange centers surrounded by blue-green margins
- Elegant lavender flowers on 24-inch stems that appear in mid to late summer
- Excellent heat tolerance compared to many other hosta varieties
- Mature spread of approximately 36 inches, creating substantial ground coverage
- Superior vigor due to its tetraploid genetics, resulting in more robust growth
- Versatile application in borders, containers, and woodland gardens
The vibrant foliage creates a focal point in shaded areas where many plants struggle to provide visual interest, making it an essential component of thoughtful landscape designs.
Planting and care information
Plant 'Forbidden Fruit' in partial to full shade locations, avoiding hot afternoon sun exposure. This versatile hosta thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil with high organic content, adapting well to various soil types including clay. Space plants 24-36 inches apart to accommodate mature spread. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it requires minimal maintenance beyond consistent watering during dry periods. For best results, apply compost or balanced fertilizer in spring and remove spent foliage at season's end to maintain plant health.
Order your wholesale Hosta 'Forbidden Fruit' today
DeVroomen offers premium bare root Hosta 'Forbidden Fruit' plants in convenient 25-piece wholesale packages, perfect for landscape contractors, garden centers, and professional designers. These high-quality plants ship in spring, allowing you to meet your clients' needs for distinctive shade perennials. Our decades of experience ensure you receive robust, healthy plants ready to thrive in your customers' landscapes. Place your order online through our wholesale portal to secure your inventory of this exceptional hosta variety for your upcoming projects.
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EAN code34560101
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height24" / 60 cm
- Light RequirementsSun, Shade
- Bloom TimeLate Spring to Late Summer
- SizeI
- Packaged in250
- Zone3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- UsesHeat and slug resistant
- Shipping Time FrameSpring