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Queen Josephine-Hosta x-Perfect for shaded gardens 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Queen Josephine-Hosta x-Perfect for shaded gardens 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Hosta x 'Queen Josephine'

Hosta x 'Queen Josephine'

Description

Hosta x 'Queen Josephine' is a stunning perennial plant known for its vibrant, glossy leaves and elegant form. This cultivar features heart-shaped, dark green leaves with a striking golden-yellow margin, providing a beautiful contrast in shaded garden areas. In summer, it produces lavender flowers on tall scapes, adding a touch of color and attracting pollinators.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for shaded garden beds, borders, and as a ground cover. It can also be used in container gardening and is perfect for adding texture and color to woodland gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Hosta x 'Queen Josephine'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Queen Josephine' Plantain Lily
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall, 24-36 inches wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Yes, flowers are fragrant
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, Astilbe, Heuchera

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in humid conditions.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers and dead leaves to maintain appearance.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Divide clumps every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.
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