Hosta 'Christmas Tree' is a stunning perennial that transforms shaded landscapes with its architectural presence and distinctive foliage. Forming an impressive mound of dark green, heart-shaped leaves adorned with creamy-white margins, this variety stands out for its unique pyramidal growth habit that inspired its festive name. Perfect for landscape professionals seeking reliable, low-maintenance options for client projects in shaded areas.
A Statement in Shade Gardens
This exceptional hosta variety offers numerous benefits for commercial landscaping projects:
- Creates dramatic textural contrast with heavily puckered, substantial leaves that resist slug damage
- Develops into an impressive mature size of 18-23 inches tall with a spread of 36-56 inches
- Produces elegant pale lavender bell-shaped flowers in mid to late summer
- Features attractive reddish-purple seed pods that extend seasonal interest
- Demonstrates excellent heat tolerance, making it versatile across various climate zones
- Maintains its striking appearance throughout the growing season with minimal care
The pyramidal growth habit and occasional vestigial leaves on flower scapes create the charming Christmas tree effect that gives this variety its distinctive character and appeal.
Planting and Growing Information
Plant Hosta 'Christmas Tree' in partial to full shade locations in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. This versatile perennial thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, making it suitable for projects across most of the continental United States. For best results, plant in spring allowing 36 inches between specimens to accommodate mature spread. Expect lavender blooms from late spring through late summer, with the foliage remaining attractive until fall dormancy.
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Enhance your landscape inventory with our premium bare-root Hosta 'Christmas Tree' plants, available in convenient packages of 25 units for your commercial projects. As a trusted wholesale supplier since 1925, DeVroomen delivers the consistent quality and reliability your business demands. These versatile perennials are perfect for woodland gardens, border plantings, mass installations, and container designs. Contact our wholesale department today to secure your stock for spring shipping and satisfy your clients' shade garden needs.
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EAN code10090101
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height18" / 45 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