Product Description
Hosta 'Voices in the Wind' PP33265 CPBRAF (20)ct Flat
Proven Winners® SHADOWLAND® Collection
Common Name: Hosta
This beautiful variegated hosta will catch your eye with its sophisticated beauty. Blue-green wedge-shaped leaves have very ruffled, creamy yellow margins. Pale lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer.
Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today's gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage. Hostas also grow well in city environments where the air may be polluted by car exhaust, etc.
Height: 17.0 Inches
Spread: 46.0 Inches
Scape Height: 24.0-29.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Blue shades, Variegated
Part Shade to Full Shade
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer - Late Summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate: Medium
Container, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Attractive Foliage, Mass Planting
Description and Details
- Appearance: 'Voices in the Wind' is a captivating hosta that combines elegance and charm. Its beautifully ruffled, wedge-shaped blue-green leaves are highlighted by soft, creamy yellow margins, creating a striking contrast.
- Size: It grows to about 17 inches tall and 46 inches wide at maturity.
- Flowers: From mid to late summer, it produces delicate pale lavender flowers that add a touch of grace and attract hummingbirds.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in zones 3-9.
- Light: Prefers part to full shade (up to 4 hours of sun daily).
- Spread: Space plants 46 inches apart for best results.
Native Habitat
- Hostas are native to northeastern Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea. However, 'Voices in the Wind' is a cultivated hybrid and not found in the wild.
Landscaping Design Tips
- Shade Gardens: 'Voices in the Wind' is a perfect addition to shaded garden spaces.
- Borders and Landscapes: It is great for borders and landscapes.
- Foliage Interest: Its unique foliage provides lasting interest throughout the growing season.
- Companion Plants: Pair it with other shade-loving plants like ferns, astilbes, and heucheras.
- Container Gardening: It can also be grown in containers.
Planting and Care
- Planting:
- Plant in part to full shade.
- Space plants 46 inches apart.
- Choose a location with well-drained soil.
- Care:
- Clean away dead foliage after frost to prevent insect problems.
- Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
- Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
- Protect from slugs and snails.
Additional Information
- 'Voices in the Wind' is a member of the Shadowland® series from Proven Winners.
- It is a vigorous grower and is more resistant to garden pests like slugs.
- This hosta is a favorite for both garden lovers and wildlife alike.
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!
