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

Blue Eyes Hosta

Q: What zones can Blue Eyes Hosta grow in?

Blue Eyes 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 Blue Eyes Hosta deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Blue Eyes Hosta, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

Q: When does Blue Eyes Hosta bloom?

Blue Eyes 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 Blue Eyes Hosta need full sun?

Blue Eyes Hosta does best in part shade.

Hosta x hybrida 'Blue Eyes'

$17.00

The Story

Plant Bio

Hostas are herbaceous perennials grown for their decorative foliage. They thrive in shady areas and form dense mounds of leaves varying in color, shape, and size, with spikes of lily-like flowers appearing in summer.

A small hosta cultivar featuring a dense mound of heart-shaped, thick, heavily-textured, blue-green leaves. Bell-shaped, pale lavender flowers bloom in mid-summer on scapes rising above the foliage.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush, textured foliage that brightens shaded areas and adds depth to garden beds.

Helps suppress weeds in shaded garden zones.

Supports beneficial insects and maintains soil health in woodland landscapes.

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

10 inches

Width

20 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium

Humidity

Prefers average to high humidity

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Northeast 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

Tuck root ball into prepared soil with compost
Water thoroughly after planting
Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Divide every 3-4 years in early spring
Fertilize with balanced fertilizer in spring
Watch for slugs and snails, remove by hand

Pro Tip

Ensure soil stays moist and well-drained for best growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 💧
Apply mulch to conserve moisture
Divide clumps every few years to rejuvenate

Don't

Avoid letting soil dry out completely ❌
Don’t place in full sun which can scorch leaves
Refrain from over-fertilizing

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded border with lush foliageGroundcover in woodland gardens

Companion Plants

ferns Astilbe HeucheraJapanese painted fern Ligularia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Blue Eyes Hosta questions

What zones can Blue Eyes Hosta grow in?

Blue Eyes 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.

Is Blue Eyes Hosta deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Blue Eyes Hosta, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Blue Eyes Hosta bloom?

Blue Eyes 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.

Does Blue Eyes Hosta need full sun?

Blue Eyes Hosta does best in part shade.