Hosta 'Blue Umbrellas'

Common name: hosta
Hosta
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Type:
Herbaceous perennial
USDA hardiness zones:
3-8

As the cultivar name indicates, this is an immense hosta growing to 36\ high and 48\" in diameter. Features large (13 x 10\"), heart-shaped, thick-textured, corrugated, blue-green leaves and racemes of bell-shaped, white flowers on scapes up to 42\". A dependable and versatile perennial requiring little care. Grown primarily for its beautiful foliage which provides color, contrast and texture to the landscape. Dense foliage crowds out garden weeds. American Hosta Society Midwest Blue Award (1987)."

  • 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. Does best in light, dappled shade.

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