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Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.]

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 45"
  • W: 65"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.] plant details

Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 65 IN wide, 45 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.]

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Glaucous, oval & cupped blue leaves, nice upright mound. Best blue hosta for sun tolerance. Very robust, unique and truly outstanding hosta in all aspects. Full sun to full shade. White flowers on tall scapes in early to mid summer. Giant hosta stands 45" by 65" wide. This price is for Originator Stock~ Mature divisions from the mother plant.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.] plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Gentle Giant' [O.S.]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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