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Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily
Hosta SHADOWLAND® 'Empress Wu' PP20774
Hosta Plantain Lily
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The impressively sized Empress Wu reaches over 4 feet at maturity with gigantic two-foot leaves. Leaves are deeply veined and of good substance. Pale lavender blooms appear just above the foliage in early to mid-summer.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Tolerates shade.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily get?
About 36"+ tall and 36"+ wide at maturity.
How much sun does Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily need?
Shade (<2 hours Sun).
How much water does Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily need?
Moderate water use.
Will Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Empress Wu Hosta Plantain Lily wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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