Tears In Heaven Hosta
The Hosta 'Tears in Heaven' is a distinctive perennial known for its upright, cascading mound of intensely blue, ruffled leaves. It thrives in shady conditions and produces pale lavender flowers in the summer. Key Characteristics & Growing Tips Foliage: The plant features ruffled, wedge-shaped leaves with an intense blue color that holds well late into the season. The cascading, fountain-like mound habit is a unique feature. Flowers: Pale lavender flowers with a darker lavender pattern in the center of the petals emerge on tall scapes (stalks) in mid-summer. These flowers attract hummingbirds. Size: A mature plant will grow to be about 15 inches tall with a spread of around 28 inches. Hardiness Zones: It is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9.Light: Prefers partial to full shade; dappled sunlight is optimal for maintaining the vibrant blue color. Soil & Water: It grows best in moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil rich in organic matter. It is tolerant of dry shade once esta