Product Description
Blueberry Muffin' Hosta (Meyer) (20)ct Flat
This excellent blue hosta is a strong grower and reliable performer in the landscape. It forms a medium sized mound of large, blue, rounded leaves that are rugose and puckered in unusual patterns. Late in the season, the foliage transitions to green. Attractive light mauve speckles appear on the petioles.
Lavender flowers on proportional scapes just above the foliage in early summer. Parentage: 'Fall Bouquet' x 'Elegans'.
Height: 14 Inches
Spread: 36 Inches
Scape Height: 18 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Blue shades
Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) to Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Specimen, Focal Point
Hosta 'Blueberry Muffin' is a delightful hosta cultivar that adds a touch of sweetness to the shade garden with its blue leaves, puckered texture, and charming lavender flowers. It is a favorite for its strong growth, unique appearance, and reliable performance. Here is a closer look at its key features:
Appearance:
- Blue, Puckered Leaves: 'Blueberry Muffin' forms an attractive mound of large, rounded, blue leaves with a unique puckering and rippling texture. The leaves are thick and have excellent substance, holding their shape well.
- Mauve-Speckled Petioles: The petioles (leaf stalks) are adorned with attractive light mauve speckles, adding a touch of contrast and visual interest.
- Lavender Flowers: In early summer, it produces lavender flowers on scapes (stalks) that rise just above the foliage.
Growing Conditions:
- Shade: Thrives in partial shade, ideally with morning sun and afternoon shade.
- Moist Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-9, making it a versatile choice for many gardeners.
Care:
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.
- Mulching: Mulching around the plant helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Dividing: Divide clumps every few years in spring or fall to maintain vigor.
Uses:
- Shade Gardens: Adds a touch of sweetness and texture to shade gardens.
- Borders: Can be used as a border plant or edging for pathways.
- Containers: Its relatively compact size makes it suitable for containers on shaded patios or balconies.
Additional Information:
- Medium Size: 'Blueberry Muffin' is a medium-sized hosta, reaching about 14 inches tall and 36 inches wide.
- Strong Grower: It is known for its strong growth and reliable performance in the landscape.
- Unique Parentage: It is a hybrid of 'Fall Bouquet' and 'Elegans', resulting in its unique combination of blue leaves, puckered texture, and lavender flowers.
If you are looking for a hosta with beautiful blue foliage, a unique texture, and charming lavender flowers, Hosta 'Blueberry Muffin' is an excellent choice. It is a delightful addition to any shade garden.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
