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Hosta ‘Prairie Sky’
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Hosta ‘Prairie Sky’
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Hosta ‘Prairie Sky’


Hosta

 USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.277.060


Hosta are among the most popular of perennials for shady areas, with hundreds of varieties now readily available. Plants form sturdy mounds of foliage, topped with lily-like blooms. This midsized selection has thick, rounded powder blue leaves that old their colour extremely well. Soft lavender flowers appear in July. Considered to be one of the best blue forms yet introduced. Good substance and slug resistance. Bred by Hans Hansen of Shady Oaks Nursery in Minnesota. USPP#17309: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

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Hosta ‘Prairie Sky’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
Foliage Color
  Blue
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland
Height
   35-40 cm
   14-16 inches
Spread
   80-90 cm
   31-35 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.