The world's largest hosta. Individual leaves can exceed two feet. A bold statement in any shade garden.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Aug
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Part Shade or Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 3-4'
- Bloom Colors
- Lavender
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About This Name
Hosta 'Empress Wu' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Empress Wu Hosta unambiguously. The genus Hosta places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Empress Wu Hosta, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Hosta 'Empress Wu' will give you the most precise results.