Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'
Adorable miniature blue leaves
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Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'
- Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' is an absolutely adorable miniature variety, celebrated for its thick, rounded blue-green leaves that perfectly resemble the shape of tiny mouse ears.
- During the mid-summer months, this charming perennial produces clusters of delicate, pale lavender bell-shaped flowers that rise gracefully above the tightly packed, symmetrical mound of foliage.
- As a testament to its outstanding garden performance and steadfast reliability, this exceptional little plant is a proud winner of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit.
- With its neat and incredibly compact growth habit, this diminutive hosta makes a perfect addition to shady rockeries, miniature gardens, or small patio containers.
- Despite its incredibly delicate appearance, this fully hardy perennial is wonderfully robust and remarkably easy to grow, thriving beautifully in damp, shady spots away from harsh midday sunlight.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, due to its miniature size, Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' is absolutely perfect for growing in small pots or troughs.
How big does it get?
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' typically grows to a height of 15 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' is perfectly suited to partial or full shade, away from direct sunlight.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' does best in a rich, moisture-retentive soil that drains well.
How much watering does this plant need?
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' needs consistent watering to keep the soil moist, especially when grown in pots.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' does not need pruning.
How hardy is this plant?
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is very hardy and can tolerate temperatures colder than -20°C, making it suitable for the severest climates including exposed upland locations in the UK.
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