Scientific Name: Hosta 'Wind Beneath My Wings' (Hosta x hybrida) Common Name: Hosta (also known as Plantain Lily) Hardiness Zone: 3-9 Hardiness Degree: -40°C (-40°F) Blooming Season: Midsummer (typically July into August) Plant Habit: Massive, mounded, and spreading habit; often described as vase-shaped with arching foliage Characteristics: A giant blue hosta with large, heart-shaped leaves that are heavily ruffled and corrugated; foliage emerges silvery-blue with heavy wax and transitions to blue-green by late summer; produces pale lavender flowers on tall scapes; highly slug resistant and attracts hummingbirds Water: Average to medium water needs; prefers consistent moisture and should not be allowed to dry out completely Fertilize: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge; mulching with organic matter is also beneficial for soil richness Spacing: 72 inches (180 cm) apart for mass planting to accommodate its immense spread Height: 30 inches (76 cm) at maturity; flower scapes can reach up to 48 inches (120 cm) Width: 79-84 inches (200-213 cm) Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Shade; thrives in dappled or morning sun, but hot afternoon sun should be avoided to prevent leaf scorch
