Hosta Shadowland® ‘Empress Wu’

(Empress Wu Hosta)


$16.99


Hardiness Zones:

 3a  3b  4a  4b  5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b  9a  9b

Quick Overview:

Empress Wu sports huge dark green, deeply veined leaves of good substance which can measure more than 1½’ wide and long. Large leaves are formed as a young plant, though entire clump takes about 5 years growing in the ground to achieve mature size.

Description

Easily grown in evenly moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Best in part shade (some morning sun or sun dappled conditions). Established plants have some tolerance for dry shade (particularly plants with thick leaves), but soils should never be allowed to dry out. Full size and quality form are best achieved with consistent moisture. Water is best applied directly to the soil beneath the leaves. Divide plants as needed in spring or autumn. Division is usually easiest in early spring before the leaves unfurl. Plant in locations protected from wind.  (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)

Additional information

Common Name

Empress Wu Hosta

Botanical Name

Hosta Empress Wu

Container/Amount

1 gallon

Evergreen or Deciduous

Deciduous

Hardiness Zone

3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Growth Rate

Average

Light Requirements

Part-shade, Shade

Height

3-4'

Width

80", 5-6'

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Blooming Period

mid summer

Flower Color

Violet

Fragrance

No

Foliage Color

green

Deer Resistant

No

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