Hosta 'Humpback Whale'
1 Gallon
$36.99
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Perennial · Zones 3–9
Hosta 'Humpback Whale'
Hosta 'Humpback Whale'
$36.99
The short version
A perennial for part sun or shade.
Keep it away from pets.
Zones 3–9Part sun · ShadeModerate waterNot pet-safe
Stock
In stockTracking the day it leavesPromise
Arrives aliveOr we replace it. How
Spacing and size
5–6 ft apart.
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The story
Blue, puckered and huge.
Thick, heart-shaped, blue-green leaves with a heavily puckered surface, in a mound that can spread six feet or more. White flowers on tall stems in summer. The leaves are bluest in spring.
Light
Part shade to shade. Morning sun only.
Water
Keep evenly moist, especially while it's establishing.
Planting
Plant in spring or early fall with the crown at soil level. Work in compost.
A one-plant statement for shade, with leaves thick enough that slugs struggle.
The facts
Size2–3 ft tall, 5–7 ft wideShowSummerLightPart sun, ShadeZones3–9WaterAveragePetsNot pet-safe; keep out of reach
Plays well with
Complete the planting.
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