Hosta Xcuse Me Perennial Plant 5.25″ Pot – Red Stem Hosta

Elevate Your Shade Garden with a Vibrant Red Stem Hosta

Introduce a touch of unique elegance to your outdoor space with this exceptional red stem hosta. Known for its striking red petioles and lush green foliage, this perennial plant is a true standout. Arriving in a robust 5.25 inch pot, it is perfectly rooted and ready to transform your shade garden. Its upright growth habit and saturated colors provide both visual interest and rich texture to any landscape design. In mid to late summer, delicate lavender flowers emerge, beautifully complementing the vibrant leaves.

Hostas are celebrated perennials due to their remarkable adaptability and ability to flourish in diverse growing conditions. This particular red stem hosta is no exception, proving highly versatile. It performs exceptionally well in urban environments and offers excellent coverage for the fading foliage of spring-blooming bulbs. The broad, full leaves of this plant create a dense, luxurious appearance, making it an ideal choice for garden edging, ground cover, or as a captivating focal point. For optimal growth and the most vivid leaf coloration, this red stem hosta thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full to partial shade, especially areas with filtered sunlight.

This impressive perennial plant typically reaches a height of approximately 15 inches and can spread up to 28 inches, establishing a substantial presence in your garden. Propagation is remarkably easy through division, allowing you to effortlessly expand your collection or share its beauty with friends and family. Applying mulch can significantly help in retaining soil moisture and preventing frost heave during the colder winter months, particularly in cooler climates. Plant this red stem hosta in locations with dappled sunlight to encourage robust growth and truly vibrant leaf hues.

Our red stem hosta plants are cultivated in 5.25 x 5.25 x 5.25 inch pots, ensuring a well-developed and healthy root system. Each plant is overwintered for at least one year before shipping, guaranteeing you receive a mature specimen poised for success in your garden. We are committed to delivering high-quality, true-to-type, and healthy plants. Experience the lasting beauty and minimal maintenance of this outstanding hosta, a perennial sure to become a cherished favorite in your garden for many years.

We pride ourselves on providing healthy, well-established plants ready for your garden. While our shipping season runs from April to November, you can place orders year-round. Off-season orders are shipped in the sequence they are received once shipping resumes. We meticulously prepare each plant for transit, securing the rootball in a protective bag to ensure a safe arrival. Enhance your garden with this vibrant perennial today and enjoy its splendor for seasons to come!

Key Benefits:

• Vibrant Red Stems: Adds unique color and captivating visual interest to any garden.
• Easy to Propagate: Simple division methods allow for effortless expansion of your plant collection.
• Shade Tolerant: Flourishes in areas with limited direct sunlight, perfect for shaded garden spots.
• Mature Plant: Overwintered to ensure a robust and thriving start in your landscape.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for garden edging, effective ground cover, or as a stunning specimen plant.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• How large will this red stem hosta grow? This hosta typically reaches a height of 15 inches and spreads to about 28 inches.
• What kind of sunlight does this plant require? This hosta thrives in full shade to partial shade. Morning sun is acceptable, but it is best to avoid intense afternoon sun.
• How often should I water this hosta? Water moderately, maintaining consistently moist but not waterlogged soil.
• Is this hosta variety deer-resistant? While no plant is entirely deer-proof, hostas can be appealing to deer. Consider applying deer repellent or implementing protective measures if deer are prevalent in your area.
• When is the optimal time to plant this red stem hosta? The ideal time for planting is during spring or fall, when temperatures are mild.