Description
Common Name: Hosta, blue ivory hosta, plantain lily
A medium-sized, slug resistant hosta, ‘Blue Ivory’ is a showy sport of the ever-popular ‘Halcyon.’
In spring, the leaves display a wide, creamy white margin and blue center. By summer, the margins have brightened to white and the center deepens to blue-green. During the heat of late summer, a greenish blush may appear over portions of the margib. Lavender flowers are produced in midsummer
Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today’s gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage. Hostas also grow well in city environments where the air may be polluted by car exhaust, etc.
Size: 4.5” potted plant
Height: 16.0”
Spread: 30.0”
Flower/Foliage Description: Pale lavender flowers emerge on scapes in midsummer. Leaves with blue centres and wide creamy-white margins in spring that in summer, brighten to white while the leaves deepen to blue-green. A greenish blush may appear over the margins in the heat of late summer. Over time the contrast in the variegation will deepen.
Light Requirement: Partial Shade to Full Shade.
Soil Type: Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots.
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Showy Foliage, Cut Foliage, Fall Interest, Slug Resistant
Care: Easy Care, Cut off stems after bloom to encourage new growth
