Hosta 'Wishing Well'

Also Known As

Wishing Well Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Wishing Well' plant details

Hosta 'Wishing Well' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with dappled shade - 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 'Wishing Well'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer
Uses: long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Wishing Well'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A big hosta, taking several years to develop its size and distinctive cupped foliage, 'Wishing Well' is notable for holding nice blue color throughout the season. This hybrid from Don Dean has 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd', 'Love Pat' and 'Big Daddy' in its parentage. Lavender flowers in July. Grows 23" tall and up to 4' wide. Picture courtesy of Walters Gardens.

By: Avant Gardens

This big bold blue hosta is like 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd' with large, corrugated and puckered leaves that are strongly cupped upwards. These large tight clumps of leaves have a distinctive effect. The depth of blue holds well into the summer even when planted in bright conditions. Near white flowers in summer.