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Hosta Queen of the Seas

Plantain Lily (Hosta)

Large, heart-shaped, pointed blue-green leaves have ruffled pie-crust margins and lighter undersides. Upright form. Very pale lavender flowers appear in early summer. Leaf color may turn darker green as summer progresses. The thick and heavily veined leaves are resistant to slugs. An award-winner, introduced by Margaret Seaver.


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  • Category:Hosta
  • Hardiness Zone:3-9
  • Height:22-24 Inches
  • Spread:40-48 Inches
  • Bloom Color: Lavender
  • Foliage Color: Bluegreen

Prefers bright shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil, but will tolerate average to dry soils and full shade.

Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Pollinators
Exposure
Light Shade
Partial Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
Well-Drained
Moist/Well-Drained
Flowering Months
June
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Additional Information about Hosta 'Queen of the Seas'

Blue leaved varieties will maintain the best color in cool, light shade. Many variegated varieties will lose some of their variegation in the heat of summer or when grown in deep shade.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hosta 'Queen of the Seas'

Very drought tolerant once established, they will look their best if provided ample moisture and light fertilization in spring. They can grow in sandy to clay soils. They are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds and can be grown under black walnut trees.