Hosta 'Wind Beneath My Wings'

Scientific Name: Hosta 'Wind Beneath My Wings' (Hosta x hybrida) 

Common Name: Hosta (also known as Plantain Lily) 

Hardiness Zone: 3-9 

Hardiness Degree: -40°C (-40°F) 

Blooming Season: Midsummer (typically July into August) 

Plant Habit: Massive, mounded, and spreading habit; often described as vase-shaped with arching foliage 

Characteristics: A giant blue hosta with large, heart-shaped leaves that are heavily ruffled and corrugated; foliage emerges silvery-blue with heavy wax and transitions to blue-green by late summer; produces pale lavender flowers on tall scapes; highly slug resistant and attracts hummingbirds 

Water: Average to medium water needs; prefers consistent moisture and should not be allowed to dry out completely 

Fertilize: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge; mulching with organic matter is also beneficial for soil richness 

Spacing: 72 inches (180 cm) apart for mass planting to accommodate its immense spread 

Height: 30 inches (76 cm) at maturity; flower scapes can reach up to 48 inches (120 cm) 

Width: 79-84 inches (200-213 cm)

Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Shade; thrives in dappled or morning sun, but hot afternoon sun should be avoided to prevent leaf scorch