Garden hybrid

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perennial

Hosta Fleet Week

Hosta x hybrida 'Fleet Week'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Fleet Week' is a deciduous perennial known for its broad, lush foliage and elegant, bell-shaped lavender flowers that emerge in summer, creating a striking display in shaded gardens.

This cultivar is prized for its vigorous growth, disease resistance, and its attractive, variegated leaves that feature a mix of green and creamy-white margins, adding visual interest.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush foliage and shade, enhances shaded garden areas with its attractive leaves.

Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.

Supports pollinators and adds biodiversity to shaded garden 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

12 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moderate humidity

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Eastern Asia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Tuck rhizomes into well-drained, rich soil in partial shade.
Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Divide every 3-4 years in early spring or fall to maintain vigor.
Protect from direct afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.

Pro Tip

Ensure soil stays consistently moist and avoid direct afternoon sun for best foliage color.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Apply mulch to retain moisture
Fertilize in early spring

Don't

Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun ❌
Don’t let soil dry out completely
Avoid over-fertilizing which can cause floppy leaves

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 shady border

Companion Plants

AstilbeFerns Heuchera LigulariaJapanese painted fern

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Fleet Week questions

What zones can Hosta Fleet Week grow in?

Hosta Fleet Week 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 Hosta Fleet Week deer resistant?

Yes — Hosta Fleet Week is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Hosta Fleet Week bloom?

Hosta Fleet Week 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 Hosta Fleet Week need full sun?

Hosta Fleet Week does best in part shade.