Blue Hosta Varieties

November 16, 2024 Post a Comment

Blue hosta varieties

Halcyon hosta Halcyon is one of the most popular hosta varieties and one of the best blue cultivars to grow. This shade-tolerant perennial plant has beautiful heart-shaped leaves. The leaves are dusky deep blue in color, and extremely lovely to behold. This variety of hosta grows to about 18 inches tall.

What are the bluest hostas?

Here is a list of our favorites among the blue hosta plant varieties that we offer.

Blue Hawaii Hosta.
Blue Mammoth Hosta.
Camelot Hosta.
Deep Blue Sea Hosta.
Fragrant Blue Hosta.
Gentle Giant Hosta.
Halcyon Hosta.
Ice Prancer Hosta.

Do blue hostas prefer sun or shade?

In general, blue-leaf hostas require shade, while those with fragrant flowers, gold or yellow foliage or slight white variegation can tolerate more sun. If the hostas you try suffer in the south side of your garden, these tough plants are easy to move to a more suitable, better-shaded location.

Do blue hostas stay blue?

Depending on the climate and where they're planted in the garden, the hosta leaves may lose the blue throughout the season as sun exposure, heat, and heavy rains can wear it away, revealing more of a green color.

What is the 2022 hosta of the Year?

2022 - Hosta SHADOWLAND® 'Diamond Lake' Finally, a large blue hosta that's worthy of the Proven Winners® stamp of approval! Attractive, heart-shaped, thick and heavily corrugated blue leaves have wavy margins.

Why did my blue hosta turn green?

Most blue-leafed hostas become green at some time during the growing season when their waxy surface is not as reflective as it once was. The wax seems to almost melt off with exposure to hot sun, harsh watering, or some pesticide sprays.

What can I plant next to blue hostas?

A blue hosta, for example, looks great planted among pink and purple flowers. The leaf color of a gold hosta becomes more intense when it is echoed by yellow flowers or contrasted with purple flowers. Even if a plant has just a small splash of the color you want to echo, it will be effective.

What is the nicest hosta?

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Blue Mouse Ears. ...
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Francee.

Do purple hostas exist?

Hosta leaves come in a wide range of shapes, colors, sizes, and textures, so there's a huge choice to suit you and your garden. Hosta 'Purple Haze' bears heart-shaped, blue-green leaves which darken to purple towards the centre, on purple stems.

How big does a blue hosta get?

Large blue-green, heart-shaped leaves make quite a statement in shaded areas of your landscape. At 30-36" in height, these beauties will impress everyone who sees them.

How long does it take for blue hostas to grow?

Like we stated earlier, it can take up to 5-7 years for some hostas to reach their mature height. It can also take that long for some characteristics to appear. Some blue hostas become bluer as they get older. Heavy corrugation can also take a few years to show up.

How tall do blue hostas grow?

The wide, textured leaves are impressively large, layered over each other to form a stunning statement plant. This variety is known to reach heights of over 35 inches and can spread 4 feet wide when mature.

How do you make blue hostas blue?

Blue hostas get their colour from the wax (bloom) on their leaves, this can be removed by heavy rain, bright sunlight and high temperatures which is why planting under a tree canopy will help the colour remain.

How much sun can a blue hosta take?

As established, no blue hostas should be planted in full-sun spots. However, you can try to grow these types of blue hosta in sunny, but not full sun, locations.

Is blue hosta a perennial?

Vigoro Blue Hosta plant. The low-maintenance perennial thrives on twice-weekly watering for hassle-free care, while the hardy roots withstand USDA zones 3 to 9. This non-fragrant plant features eye-catching blue leaves that make a perfect addition to beds with predominantly green foliage.

What is the luckiest plant in 2022?

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Peace Lily.
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What is the lifespan of a hosta plant?

Hostas require little care and will live to be 30 or more years if properly cared for. While most known for thriving in the shade garden, the reality is more nuanced. The ideal situation is dappled shade.

What month is best to plant hostas?

You can plant hostas all year round, but spring and autumn are preferable. It's best to avoid planting in mid-summer, when temperatures are high and the water table is low, as this can prevent the plant from establishing well. Mid-winter is also a bad time to plant hostas, as the ground is cold and often frozen.

Do blue hostas flower?

Blue Hosta blooms Although Hosta is grown particularly for their foliage, they can produce attractive blooms too. Hosta flowers are tubular in shape, making them a great source of nectar for moths. In the case of blue Hostas, the flowers can be pale blue, purple or pink.

How often should you water blue hostas?

Hostas are drought tolerant, yet like moist well drained soil. If the weather is hotter, increase the watering to three times per week. Large hostas should be watered two times per week and daily during hot weather, especially if it gets more sun. Hostas growing in pots will require more frequent watering.