HOSTA HADSPEN BLUE / PLANTAIN LILY

HOSTA HADSPEN BLUE / PLANTAIN LILY: Hosta 'Hadspen Blue' is a striking perennial known for its large, powder-blue, heart-shaped foliage that adds a bold pop of color to shaded or partially shaded gardens, borders, and containers. The silvery-blue leaves with a waxy texture create a sophisticated and cool-toned aesthetic, perfect for enhancing the landscape with a serene, calm presence.

Why Choose Hosta 'Hadspen Blue'?

Comparison: 'Hadspen Blue' is recognized for its unique, powder-blue foliage, which stands out among other Hostas with green or yellow leaves. The waxy texture adds an extra layer of visual appeal and durability.
Companions: Pairs beautifully with other shade-loving plants like ferns, astilbes, or contrasting foliage varieties such as darker green or purple-leaved plants, enhancing the tranquil vibe of your garden.

Key Features:

Powder-Blue Foliage: The large, heart-shaped, powder-blue leaves with a waxy finish provide a stunning contrast in shaded spaces, adding texture and cool-toned beauty to your garden.
Shade Tolerant: Thrives in shaded to partially shaded areas, making it ideal for brightening up low-light corners or beds.
Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and maintain, resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a great low-care option for gardeners.
Mounding Growth Habit: Forms a compact, mound-like shape, perfect for use as a ground cover, in mixed beds, or as a focal point in garden designs.
Summer Flowers: Produces pale lavender flowers on tall stems in mid-summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Specifications:

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

Hosta 'Hadspen Blue' is perfect for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance perennial with unique, striking foliage. Its cool-toned blue leaves and compact growth habit make it an excellent choice for shaded or partially shaded areas, adding texture, color, and elegance to the landscape.