Fragrant Blue Hosta

Fragrant Blue Hosta (Hosta x 'Fragrant Blue')

Fragrant Blue Hosta (Hosta x 'Fragrant Blue') is a compact, shade-loving perennial known for its powdery blue foliage and lightly fragrant flowers. With its refined color, tidy habit, and summer bloom, it serves as a beautiful and practical focal point for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and containers.

Distinctive Features

This mound-forming hosta grows 12 to 15 inches tall and 24 to 30 inches wide. Its broad, heart-shaped leaves have a soft blue hue that holds well through summer, especially in shaded locations. In midsummer, pale lavender to near-white bell-shaped flowers rise above the foliage on sturdy scapes, releasing a subtle, sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade
• Soil Type: Rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate to high; consistent moisture preferred
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in shade or woodland gardens
• Accent plant in hosta collections and mixed beds
• Groundcover for low-light garden edges
• Container planting for shaded patios or porches
• Pollinator gardens with deer-resistant design

Low Maintenance Care

• Water deeply during dry periods to maintain leaf quality
• Mulch to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds
• Remove flower stalks after blooming to maintain appearance
• Divide clumps every 3 to 4 years in early spring or fall
• Protect from slugs and deer in areas where they're prevalent

Why Choose Fragrant Blue Hosta

• Unique powdery blue foliage adds cool contrast to shade
• Compact form fits well in borders, beds, and containers
• Lightly fragrant flowers attract summer pollinators
• Performs reliably in shaded, moisture-retentive soils
• A serene, low-maintenance focal point for any shade garden

Fragrant Blue Hosta offers elegant blue foliage, subtle summer fragrance, and dependable performance�making it a standout focal point in any shaded garden or patio setting.