Sum and Substance Hosta (Hosta 'Sum and Substance')
Giant, eye-catching hosta with massive chartreuse-gold leaves.
Sum and Substance is one of the largest and most popular hosta varieties. It features enormous, thick, heart-shaped leaves in a striking bright chartreuse to golden-yellow color. This bold perennial creates a huge, dramatic presence in shady gardens and is known for its excellent slug resistance compared to other hostas.
Key Features:
- Mature Size: Grows 3–4 ft tall and 4–6 ft wide (very large for a hosta)
- Growth Habit: Mounding, clump-forming — creates a massive, tropical look
- Foliage: Huge, heavily textured, golden-chartreuse leaves that brighten in shade
- Seasonal Interest: Pale lavender flower spikes rise above the foliage in mid to late summer
- Tough & Adaptable: Slug resistant, deer resistant (when established), and holds color well
Ideal For:
- Shady borders and woodland gardens
- Specimen plantings and focal points
- Mass plantings for bold groundcover
- Near ponds, streams, or shaded patios
- Mixed shade perennial beds
Care: Partial to full shade. Plant in rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Divide every 4–5 years if desired. Cut back foliage in late fall.
Sum and Substance Hosta
Due to the perishable and live nature of our products, all sales of live plants are final. We do not accept returns or provide refunds under any circumstances, including change of mind, buyer’s remorse, or issues arising after proper care.
We stand behind the quality of our plants and want you to be delighted with your purchase. If your plant arrives damaged, unhealthy, or otherwise not in good condition due to shipping or handling (e.g., broken stems, severe wilting, significant damage visible upon arrival), please contact us within 48 hours of delivery (or as soon as possible) with the following:
- Your order number
- Clear photos of the plant(s) as received, including any packaging damage
- A brief description of the issue
We will review your photos and details promptly. If we determine the issue occurred during transit or was our responsibility, we will send a replacement plant of the same variety (or a comparable one of similar value if the original is out of stock) at no additional cost to you.
Important notes:
- Replacement is our sole remedy — we do not offer refunds, partial refunds, or store credit as alternatives.
- We are not responsible for plant health or survival after delivery. Issues caused by improper care, unsuitable growing conditions, extreme weather, or delay in reporting problems are not eligible for replacement.
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