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Blue Mouse Ears Hosta
Hosta x 'Blue Mouse Ears'
Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh
SKU #40353
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; foliage clump reaches only 6 to 7 in. tall, 12 in. wide.
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| Description | A symmetrical mound of small, heart-shaped leaves with a slight curl that resemble mouse ears. The soft blue-gray foliage has a faint white edge in early spring. The thick foliage resists slug damage. Lavender flowers stand above the foliage clumps. An herbaceous perennial. 2008 Hosta of the Year. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Astilbe (Astilbe); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring. |
Details
| Description | A symmetrical mound of small, heart-shaped leaves with a slight curl that resemble mouse ears. The soft blue-gray foliage has a faint white edge in early spring. The thick foliage resists slug damage. Lavender flowers stand above the foliage clumps. An herbaceous perennial. 2008 Hosta of the Year. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
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| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Astilbe (Astilbe); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Mouse Ears Hosta produce flowers?
Spring
Is Blue Mouse Ears Hosta evergreen or deciduous?
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Blue Mouse Ears Hosta?
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Blue Mouse Ears Hosta resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control
How fast does Blue Mouse Ears Hosta grow?
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Blue Mouse Ears Hosta in my landscape?
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Blue Mouse Ears Hosta flowers?
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Blue Mouse Ears Hosta?
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Blue Mouse Ears Hosta?
Good companion plants for Blue Mouse Ears Hosta include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Astilbe (Astilbe); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Blue Mouse Ears Hosta?
Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.