Hosta Empress Wu / 3L

Hosta Empress Wu

Hosta Empress Wu, commonly known as plantain lily, is a foliage perennial prized for its bold, often variegated leaves that form dense clumps. It is ideal for shaded borders and underplanting shrubs or trees.

After around five years of growth, this plant typically reaches: Height and spread vary, many reach 40–60 cm tall with a spread of 60–80 cm after 5 years.

Recommended compost for planting: Use a moisture-retentive compost enriched with organic matter.

Key Features:

• Habit: Herbaceous perennial forming an attractive clump or spreading mound.
• Season of interest: Provides colour or foliage interest during the main growing season.
• Garden uses: Suitable for mixed borders, perennial beds, and many varieties also perform well in containers.
• Maintenance: Generally low maintenance; remove spent flowers and tidy old growth as needed.

Hosta Empress Wu is a dependable choice for adding long-lasting interest and character to planting schemes.