Bring Home the Majestic Hosta Empress Wu

The Hosta Empress Wu is a stunning perennial, celebrated as the 2023 Hosta of the Year. This impressive plant, available in a 5.25″ pot, will add a touch of grandeur to any shade garden. With its enormous, deeply veined green leaves, the Hosta Empress Wu makes a bold statement and becomes an instant focal point in your landscape.

This remarkable hosta boasts substantial size, reaching 36-48 inches in height and spreading 60-72 inches wide. Its large, dark green leaves, measuring over 1 ½ feet in width and length, create a lush and captivating display. The upright habit of the plant ensures it stands tall and proud, forming a wide, impressive clump as it matures over approximately 5 years.

Beyond its striking foliage, the Hosta Empress Wu also produces pale reddish-violet flowers that emerge just above the leaves in early to midsummer. These delicate blooms add a touch of color and elegance to the plant, further enhancing its visual appeal. The plant thrives in temperate climates, tolerating full to partial shade, and prefers medium watering.

Key Benefits:

• Exceptional Size: Creates a dramatic impact in any garden setting.
• Shade Tolerance: Thrives in shady areas where other plants may struggle.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to care for and requires minimal upkeep.
• Perennial Beauty: Returns year after year, providing long-lasting enjoyment.
• Award-Winning Variety: The prestigious 2023 Hosta of the Year, a testament to its outstanding qualities.

Our plants are grown in 5.25 x 5.25 x 5.25 inch pots, ensuring a robust root system ready to thrive in your garden. We guarantee you’ll receive a healthy, true-to-type plant that will bring years of beauty to your landscape. We ship from April until November, ensuring optimal planting conditions. Please note that we do not ship to Hawaii or Alaska due to import restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hosta Empress Wu

1. How big does the Hosta Empress Wu get? This Hosta can reach a height of 36-48 inches and a spread of 60-72 inches at maturity.
2. What kind of sunlight does the Hosta Empress Wu need? It thrives in partial to full shade, making it perfect for those darker areas in your garden.
3. How often should I water my Hosta Empress Wu? Medium watering is ideal. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
4. When is the best time to plant my Hosta Empress Wu? The ideal planting period is during the spring or fall.
5. Is the Hosta Empress Wu easy to care for? Yes, it’s relatively low maintenance, making it a great choice for both experienced and novice gardeners.