Garden hybrid

This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

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perennial

Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta

Q: What zones can Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta grow in?

Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Q: Is Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

Q: When does Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta bloom?

Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Q: Does Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta need full sun?

Wind Beneath My Wings Hosta does best in part shade.

Hosta x hybrida 'Wind Beneath My Wings'

$7.00

The Story

Plant Bio

A large hosta cultivar that forms an impressive mound of heart-shaped, blue-green leaves with heavily ruffled, wavy margins. In mid-summer, it produces tall scapes of bell-shaped, pale lavender flowers.

Distinctive for its large, heart-shaped, blue-green leaves with intensely ruffled, pie-crust margins that create a sense of movement. The foliage holds its blue color well into the summer.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush, decorative foliage year-round with vibrant summer blooms.

Excellent groundcover that suppresses weeds in shaded areas.

Supports pollinators attracted to its nectar-rich flowers.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Perennial

Height

22 inches

Width

48 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moist environments

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Marketplace

Where to Buy

NH Hostas

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a shaded spot with well-draining soil.
Tuck seeds or divisions into the soil, spacing 12 inches apart.
Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil moist.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Divide every 3-4 years to maintain health.

Pro Tip

Plant in rich, moist soil for best foliage and blooms.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 💧
Mulch to conserve moisture and control weeds
Divide in early spring or fall

Don't

Avoid overwatering which can cause root rot ❌
Don’t expose to direct, scorching sun
Refrain from fertilizing late in the season

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Divide
Fertilize
Pest Check
Spring Cleanup
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded border with lavender foliageUnderstory plant in woodland gardensContainer plant for shaded patios

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbes Heucheras Hostas

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions