Leather Sheen hosta
Hosta 'Leather Sheen'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall2 to 2.5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Lavender
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Leather Sheen' hosta (Hosta 'Leather Sheen') is a perennial for borders, shade gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average moisture. It grows 12 to 18 inches tall and spreads 24 to 30 inches. Lavender flowers open from early to late summer and are fragrant. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Canadian white violet, Bush honeysuckle, and Autumn crocus.