hosta ‘Halcyon’
Hosta ‘Halcyon’ (Hosta ‘Halcyon’) is one of the best and most popular hosta cultivars since it retains its blue leaf color longer than most other blue hostas.
This shade-loving perennial has flat, spear-shaped leaves that grow into 14” mounds that shade out any weeds below. Tall racemes of pale blue flowers rise a foot above the foliage in summer. It grows to be a compact medium sized mound, making it perfect for small gardens.
| Botanical Name | Hosta ‘Halcyon’ |
| Common Name | hosta ‘Halcyon’ |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| USDA Zone | 3 thru 9 |
| Light Requirement | Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Season(s) of interest | spring, summer, fall |
| Height and Spread | 1.5-2ft x 2.5-3ft (45-60cm x 75-90cm) |
| Flower Color | Lilac-Blue to White |
| Attracts Wildlife | Attracts Pollinators, |
| Additional Information | Not Native to the US Midwest. Horticultural origin. Soft Gray-Green Foliage |
| Location in Lurie Garden | Southeast Dark Plate |
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