Hosta Blue Mouse Ears

Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

Common Name: Hosta

• Adorable miniature hosta
• Thick (almost rubbery), round, blue-green to grey-green leaves
• Forms a perfectly symmetrical mound; moderate growth rate
• Flower buds are held horizontally and swell like balloons before opening
• Clusters of lavender, bell-shaped flowers are produced on proportionally short 12" scapes in midsummer
• Perfect for the collector, rock gardens, and containers
• Prefers light to full shade

Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today's gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage. Hostas also grow well in city environments where the air may be polluted by car exhaust, etc.

Height:

8.0 Inches

Spread:

12.0 Inches

Scape Height:

12.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

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

Flower Color:

Purple shades

Foliage Color:

Blue shades

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality

Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Hummingbirds

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container

Eclectic

Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant

Container

Cut Foliage

Easy To Grow

Edging

Attractive Foliage

Small

Miniature

Origin:

Not Native to North America