Buy Hosta 'Humpback Whale'

Also Known As

Humpback Whale Funkia
Humpback Whale Plantain lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

3a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $20

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Hosta 'Humpback Whale' plant details

Hosta 'Humpback Whale' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright 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 'Humpback Whale'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Humpback Whale'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A humongous blue leaved Hosta introduction from the late great and (to those who met her) feisty Mildred Seaver, the grand dame of hosta breeders. Over time 'Humpback Whale' grows 3' tall and up to 7' wide. A must for Hosta collectors!

By: Avant Gardens

A massive, dome shaped mound of thick, moderately corrugated, blue-green leaves. Makes an impressive clump. Nearly white flowers in early summer. Plant in afternoon to full shade. Giant hosta.