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Also Known As

  • Blue Elf Miniature Hosta

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"-14"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Hosta 'Blue Elf' PP30832 plant details

Hosta 'Blue Elf' PP30832 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 'Blue Elf' PP30832

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 14 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, dwarf, long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Blue Elf' PP30832

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

'Blue Elf' is a miniature Hosta similar to 'Blue Mouse Ear's but with larger leaves in a true powder blue colour. Lavender flowers in summer. Miniature hostas are great in shady containers or troughs, at the front of the border or along pathways. Dangerous for collectors who will want to have many more than just one!
Nice, compact mound of thick,heart shaped, powdery blue leaves. Vigorous grower. Attractive lavender flowers on short stems in mid summer. Plant in afternoon full shade. Small hosta.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Blue Elf' PP30832 plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Blue Elf' PP30832

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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