Hosta, Empress Wu #2
Empress Wu Hosta
Hosta 'Empress Wu'
Height: Typically 24–30 inches tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
Spread: Approximately 24–30 inches wide
Spacing: Plant 24–30 inches apart for a cohesive, textured display
Growth Rate: Slow
Description
Empress Wu Hosta is a striking perennial that infuses your landscape with fresh, bold foliage. Its vibrant green leaves, delicately edged with hints of gold, form a compact mound that maintains a refined, uniform appearance throughout the season. In spring and summer, soft lavender blooms gently emerge above the foliage, adding an understated yet captivating accent. Perfectly suited for Michigan’s cooler conditions, this hosta thrives in shaded landscapes and works beautifully in borders, mass plantings, or stylish container arrangements.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers partial to full shade, ideally receiving 3–4 hours of dappled sunlight daily
- Soil: Best grown in moist, well-drained soils enriched with organic matter
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season, adjusting for cooler Michigan conditions
- Mulching: Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperature
- Pruning: Remove dead foliage in early spring to refresh the plant’s appearance
Enjoy the timeless elegance of Empress Wu Hosta—a low-maintenance, textural showstopper that delivers enduring beauty and subtle seasonal blooms.
