Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' is a captivating miniature perennial that brings charm and elegance to shaded garden spaces. This award-winning cultivar features distinctive blue-green, heart-shaped leaves that truly resemble tiny mouse ears. Forming a perfectly symmetrical mound just 6-8 inches tall and spreading to 12 inches wide, this compact hosta makes a delightful addition to any landscape design where space is at a premium.
A Miniature Marvel for Shade Gardens
This exceptional hosta variety offers numerous benefits that make it a favorite among landscapers and garden designers:
- Thick, rubbery foliage with natural slug resistance
- Compact, symmetrical growth habit perfect for borders and small spaces
- Distinctive blue-green heart-shaped leaves with unique texture
- Pale lavender bell-shaped flowers on proportional scapes in mid-summer
- 2008 Hosta of the Year award winner from the American Hosta Growers Association
- Excellent drought tolerance once established
- Versatile application in containers, rock gardens, and as ground cover
The dense mounding habit of 'Blue Mouse Ears' creates a tidy, low-maintenance focal point that maintains its attractive appearance throughout the growing season.
Planting and Growing Information
'Blue Mouse Ears' thrives in partial to full shade locations with moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, this versatile perennial adapts to a wide range of climates across the United States. Plant in spring in protected areas away from strong winds to prevent leaf damage. For optimal growth, maintain consistent moisture and divide every 3-5 years in spring or fall to rejuvenate plants. Flowering occurs in mid-summer when pale lavender blooms emerge just above the distinctive foliage.
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EAN code87240101
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height6" / 15 cm
- Light RequirementsSun, Shade
- Bloom TimeLate Spring to Late Summer
- SizeI
- Packaged in250
- Zone3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- UsesHeat and slug resistant
- Shipping Time FrameSpring