Hosta 39minuteman39 is among the most popular varieties of plantain lily its substantial variegated leaves and rapid rate of growth make the plant well deserving of its rhs award of garden merit 40agm41 this attractive hosta39s foliage is complemented by pretty lilac flowers in midsummer which can grow up to 55cm 40139103441 tall once established this hardy perennial will form attractive clumps to provide fantastic ground cover throughout the season height 55c