Hosta sieboldiana 'Elegans' - Hosta
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial groundcover
Common Name: Hosta
Scientific Name: Hosta sieboldiana 'Elegans'
Foliage Color: Blue-grey, thick, textured cordate leaves, deeply marked veins
Flower Color: Pale lavender, in dense, robust spikes
Mature Height: 0.60–0.75 m
Mature Width: 1.00–1.30 m
Habit: Imposing and vigorous, forming a dense clump with upright foliage and a well-defined architectural silhouette
Flowering Period: July to August
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Watering Needs: Moderate, regular during the growing season
Soil Type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought Tolerance: Moderate, prefers moisture
Nectar-producing Plant: Yes
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees
Toxicity to Animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Maintenance
No pruning is necessary; allow the plant to naturally develop its majestic and architectural form.
Maintain consistently moist soil during the growing season. Remove spent flowers if desired, although the floral spikes add summer interest. A light application of enriched mulch helps retain moisture and nourishes the soil.
Perfect for shaded areas, underplantings, perennial beds, and natural-style gardens, this robust hosta creates an imposing presence while remaining easy to care for and low-maintenance.