Fragrant Blue Hosta

Fragrant Blue Hosta forms a compact mound of thick, powdery blue-green leaves that hold their cool color well in shade. Fragrant flowers open from blue-toned buds to white on short scapes in early to midsummer. Its smaller size works beautifully along shaded paths, at the front of borders, or in containers where the foliage can be appreciated up close. Give it dappled light or shade, moist well-drained soil, and protection from hot afternoon sun. Available for local pickup from Towns Edge Nursery.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Hosta 'Fragrant Blue'
• Light: Part shade to shade
• USDA zones: 3–9
• Mature size: 6–9 in tall × 9–12 in wide
• Foliage: Herbaceous; thick, powdery blue-green heart-shaped leaves
• Flowers: Fragrant flowers opening from blue buds to white
• Bloom season: Early to midsummer
• Water: Average to consistent; prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Growth habit: Small, compact mounded clump
• Landscape uses: Shade edging, small gardens, containers, collector gardens
• Deer tolerance: Frequently browsed by deer; protect where deer pressure is high

Plant size and performance vary with climate, soil and care. Hostas normally go dormant in winter and return in spring.