- Type:
- Herbaceous perennial
- USDA hardiness zones:
- 3-8
A medium hosta which typically forms a foliage mound 14-18\ tall and 16-24\" wide of cordate-ovate (8-12\" by 6-8\") leaves which emerge blue green and mature to gray green. Leaves are edged with a very fine white marginal line. Racemes of funnel-shaped, pale purple flowers appear in summer on erect but slightly bending scapes rising to 34\" tall. A dependable and versatile perennial which is grown primarily for its beautiful foliage. May also be listed as Hosta fortunei var. hyacinthina."
- Part shade to full shade
- Medium
- Low
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. No special culture is required. Soil should be kept moist, however, especially in hot, sunny conditions. Dense foliage crowds out most weeds.
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