Description
The Drop Dead Gorgeous Hosta lives up to its name with sea-green heart-shaped leaves edged in bright yellow, bringing vibrant color and texture to shady Massachusetts gardens. The heavily rippled margins create a dramatic look that pairs beautifully with both dark and light foliage. In mid-summer, elegant white flowers bloom above the foliage on tall spikes, attracting pollinators while adding height.
Ideal for groundcover, mass planting, or edging, Drop Dead Gorgeous Hosta is a low-maintenance perennial suited to the New England climate. Its moderate texture blends effortlessly into mixed borders, and it performs well in both sun-dappled and deeply shaded spots. Give your landscape a bold yet refined touch with this show-stopping hosta.
Each plant comes in a #2 (2 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Other Names: Hosta 'Drop Dead Gorgeous'
Color: purple
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: around an inch per week
Soil: not particular as to soil type
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: tall flower with low mound
Plant Type: dense herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (3'), Spread (6')
Blooming Season: mid summer
Growth Rate: slow
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