{"product_id":"blue-hawaii-hosta","title":"Blue Hawaii Hosta","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 'Blue Hawaii' hosta ( Hosta 'Blue Hawaii') is a large, slow-growing perennial prized for its upright, vase-shaped form and thick, corrugated, powder-blue leaves. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Characteristics\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: The large, heart-shaped leaves are a rich, powdery blue, with a heavy waxy coating that helps them hold their color well through the season when planted in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: At maturity, the plant typically reaches a height of about 30 inches (76 cm) with a spread of around 4 feet (1.2 m).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers: Dainty spikes of fragrant, very pale lavender or white tubular flowers rise above the foliage in early to mid-summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: It has a dense, upright, vase-shaped growth habit, providing an excellent architectural element in a garden.\u003cbr\u003eHardiness Zone: It is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: The 'Blue Hawaii' hosta does best in partial to full shade. To maintain its intense blue color, it needs protection from hot, afternoon sun, which can turn the leaves green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: It prefers average to moist, fertile, well-drained soil and should not be allowed to dry out. Mulching in spring can help retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance: This is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It is best cleaned up in early spring before new growth begins. It is also known for being resistant to slugs due to its thick leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses: It is recommended for mass plantings, border edging, general garden use, and as ground cover in shaded areas. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Happy Hosta","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Size","offer_id":47432601141497,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/5757\/5673\/files\/blue_hawaii.png?v=1771512989","url":"https:\/\/thehappyhosta.com\/products\/blue-hawaii-hosta","provider":"The Happy Hosta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}