Shadowland® 'Empress Wu' Hosta (Hosta hybrid)
Shadowland® Empress Wu makes a fantastic statement in your shade garden with gigantic upright mounds of thick, dark green leaves topped with pale lavender-purple flowers in early summer. It is the largest known hosta available and provides interesting foliage for containers or landscapes. 36-48 inches tall and 60-72 inches wide at maturity Scape height 48 inches Hardy in zones 3-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success Plant in part to full shade (4 or less hours of sun daily) Space plants 60-72 inches apart for best results Produces lavender-purple flowers in early summer Maintains dark green foliage spring to frost Great for borders, landscapes or as a focal point Attracts hummingbirds Foliage interest Care: Clean away the dead foliage after frost to prevent insect problems. Fertilize with Proven Winners® Continuous Release Fertilizer in the spring. Shipping Info: Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125 Size at shipping varies by the season and plant Quart perennials are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment 0.65 Gallon perennials are 6-14 in. at the time of shipment 1 Gallon perennials are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment Perennials shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; perennials shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom Read our guide to get started with planning a garden