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 to mid summer Maintains dark green foliage spring to frost Great for borders, landscapes or as a focal point Attracts hummingbirds Foliage interest