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perennial

Totally Awe Sum Hosta

Hosta x hybrida 'Totally Awe Sum'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Totally Awe Sum' is a deciduous perennial known for its lush, broad foliage and tall flower stems bearing bell-shaped, lavender flowers. It thrives in shaded garden areas.

A sport of H. 'Sum and Substance', 'Totally Awe Sum' features large, corrugated, heart-shaped leaves with wide, irregular blue-green margins and a narrow, chartreuse to creamy-white center.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush foliage and attractive flowers, adding texture and color to shaded gardens.

Tolerant of low light and poor soil, ideal for low-maintenance landscaping.

Supports beneficial insects and provides cover for wildlife in shaded habitats.

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

18 inches

Width

39 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moderate humidity

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

Planting

How to Grow

Choose a shaded or partially shaded spot with well-draining soil.
Tuck young plants into the soil, ensuring roots are spread out.
Water thoroughly after planting to settle soil around roots.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Mist foliage during hot, dry periods to keep leaves healthy.

Pro Tip

Plant in rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture for best foliage and flowers.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor
Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds

Don't

Avoid overexposure to direct sunlight ❌
Don't let soil dry out completely
Refrain from using high-nitrogen fertilizers excessively

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded woodland borderSilver-foliaged hedgeVanilla-scented border

Companion Plants

AstilbeFerns HeucheraJapanese painted fern Ligularia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Totally Awe Sum Hosta questions

What zones can Totally Awe Sum Hosta grow in?

Totally Awe Sum 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 Totally Awe Sum Hosta deer resistant?

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

When does Totally Awe Sum Hosta bloom?

Totally Awe Sum 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 Totally Awe Sum Hosta need full sun?

Totally Awe Sum Hosta does best in part shade.