Hosta 'Halcyon Blue' Hosta tardiana 'Halcyon'Halcyon Blue Hosta Lily has heart shaped blue-gray foliage and a compact form which makes it an excellent choice for the small garden. Best foliage color is achieved in full shade though some morning sun is tolerated. Forms a compact mound to 18 inches high and 3 feet wide making it excellent for use as an edging in the shade garden. Proven more resistant to slugs than others.
Zones: 3-9
Sun Exposure: Full / Mostly Sun, Full / Mostly Shade, Morning Sun / Evening Shade
Soil Type: Clay, Loam,
Drainage: Well Drained, Moderately Drained
Water Needs: Low
Level of Care: Low
Growth Rates: Moderate
Flower Color: Lavender
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Visual Attention, Wildlife
Foliage Color: Blue
Average Height: 1' to 2'
Average Width: 2' to 3'
Fragrances: None
Season of Color: Fall Foliage, Spring Foliage, Summer Blooms, Summer Foliage
Resistant To: Disease, Drought, Heat, Insect, Mildew
Landscape Uses: Accent, Containers / Planters, Entryway, Focal Point Specimen, Foundation, Garden Pond, Landscape Beds, Mass Planting, Median Strips, Outdoor Living Areas, Perennial Garden, Small Groups, Under Shade Tree, Woodland Border
Growth Habits: Arching, Broad, Clumping, Mounding, Upright
Theme Gardens: Cottage, Japanese, Woodland/Shade
Soil pH: 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5
Hosta Halcyon Blue Care Instructions
Feeding
Feed in Spring and then on an as needed basis through late Summer. We generally recommend a slow-release granular flower food, higher in the middle number: this is phospherous, which helps to promote strong root systems, strong stems and plenty of flowers. Alternatively, you may use a natural or organic, non-burning plant food. Refer to product label for application rates and instruction.
Pruning
This is a low-maintenance plant that requires little or no pruning! An occasional snip here or there of a stray or broken branch, or shearing faded flowers to encourage more blooming is okay.
Pests
This plant is generally not prone to serious pest or disease problems. In the event that a pest or disease problem occurs, treat with a product containing neem oil. Neem oil is a safe, triple-action product that can be used to control insects, mites and diseases.
|
