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Hosta 'Blue Shadows'

Also Known As

  • Hosta 'Tokudama Blue Shadows'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Blue Shadows' plant details

Hosta 'Blue Shadows' is a challenging to grow broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Blue Shadows'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 15 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, puckered leaves, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Blue Shadows'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chartreuse to pale green shading in centers with deep blue margins; Makes a beautiful clump. Very pest resistant. White flowers in summer. Plant in light to full shade. Medium size hosta. *This hosta has been a challenge to grow.
Round puckered foliage is centrally splashed with chartreuse, extending to the blue-green leaf margin. This tokudama selection is slow growing to 24"w x15"H. White flowers are born on short stems.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Blue Shadows' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Blue Shadows'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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