Hosta 'Dark Star'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-21"
W: 52"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Hosta 'Dark Star' plant details

Hosta 'Dark Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Dark Star'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 52 IN wide, 12 IN - 21 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, cutting garden, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Dark Star'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A ?dark? but ?bright? star in the Hosta lineup, this new selection has deep blue-green leaves edged with cream, a combination that work ANYwhere! PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

A dense mound of dark blue-green leaves edged in white make this a fantastic looking plant. Looks great with Salvia koyamae, Solidago flexicaulis, and ferns

By: Botanophilia

Symmetrical clump of rippling, smooth dark green leaves with a deep blue cast & a nice ivory margin; Rapid increaser. Lavender flowers in mid summer. Plant in light to full shade. Medium/Small hosta