It is simple to grow plants in part to full shade with average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Best in a little morning sun and mild shade. capable of surviving in a variety of soil conditions. performs best in nutrient-rich, wet, organic soils with a preference for year-round moisture. Once established, plants are tolerant of mild dry shade. The soil right beneath the leaves is where water should be applied. In the spring or fall, divide plants as needed. The best time to divide is typically in the early spring before the leaves emerge.
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
3-9 |
| Exposure |
Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spread | 2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spacing |
48" (in) |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Clay, Loam |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Plant of Merit, Showy, Variegated |
| Tolerance |
Deer |
| Attracts |
Birds |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Hosta sieboldiana 'Elegans' (Plantain Lily) | Giant Blue Hosta, Hosta Glauca, Hosta 'Blue Angel', Hosta sieboldiana var. elegans || It is simple to grow plants in part to full shade with average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Best in a little morning sun and mild shade. capable of surviving in a variety of soil conditions. performs best in nutrient-rich, wet, organic soils with a preference for year-round moisture. Once established, plants are tolerant of mild dry shade. The soil right beneath the leaves is where water should be applied. In the spring or fall, divide plants as needed. The best time to divide is typically in the early spring before the leaves emerge.
Partial Sun, Shade,
Spring, Summer, Fall,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Plant of Merit, Showy, Variegated,
Deer Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
