(Hosta) With some plants, the name just makes sense. That is the case with Hosta ‘Cool as a Cucumber’. The name just fits the look. The long tapered leaves have a white center that fades to a light green with a darker green margin. ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ is a large Hosta growing 28 inches tall and spreading up to 48 inches wide. The cascading foliage forms a large arching clump. In early summer, flower scapes reach 40 inches tall with beautiful lavender flowers that attract hummingbirds. Plant in full to part shade locations. ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ has average and consistent water needs, and prefers to be planted in average to fertile soil. Hostas create beautiful borders, and can be a perfect specimen for gardens and landscapes. Easy to grow, consider giving ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ a try in your garden.