HOSTA BLUE UMBRELLAS / PLANTAIN LILY

HOSTA BLUE UMBRELLAS / PLANTAIN LILY: Hosta 'Blue Umbrellas' is a striking perennial known for its large, umbrella-shaped blue-green leaves with a smooth, waxy coating. The foliage forms an attractive, broad mound, making it a bold focal point in shady or partially shaded gardens, borders, and containers. This Hosta variety adds both texture and color, creating a lush backdrop for other shade-loving plants.

Why Choose Hosta 'Blue Umbrellas'?

Comparison: Unlike other blue-leaved Hostas, 'Blue Umbrellas' features unique, wide, umbrella-like leaves that create a distinctive and dramatic effect in the garden.
Companions: Pairs well with other large-leafed plants, ferns, astilbes, or contrasting lighter foliage plants for a balanced and visually appealing garden design.

Key Features:

Large Umbrella-Shaped Leaves: Broad, blue-green leaves with a smooth, waxy texture create a dramatic and eye-catching presence, particularly in shaded areas.
Shade Tolerant: Thrives in shady to partially shaded locations, making it ideal for dark corners or areas where other plants may struggle to grow.
Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care, 'Blue Umbrellas' is resistant to deer and rabbit browsing, making it a great choice for low-maintenance gardens.
Mounding Growth Habit: Forms a large, mounding shape that works well as a ground cover, edging, or as a focal point in garden beds.
Summer Flowers: Produces lavender flowers on tall stems in mid-summer, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Specifications:

Bloom Time: Mid-summer.
Height: 45–60 cm | Spread: 90–120 cm.
Hardiness: Zone 3–9.

Hosta 'Blue Umbrellas' is perfect for gardeners seeking a bold, low-maintenance perennial with unique, large blue foliage. Its dramatic size and texture make it a standout choice for shaded areas where it will create a striking focal point in the landscape.