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Island Breeze Hosta

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  • Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Height 12 Inches
  • Width 18 Inches
  • Growing Zones 3-9

As welcome and effortless as an island breeze, this hosta hybrid strikes a refreshing note in the shade. The lime leaves are bordered in minty green, in wide sweeping brush strokes. The petioles and flower stems have red tones, making a perfect foil to the chartreuse. The leaves are upright and beautifully textured, yet only rise to a foot tall, making it perfect for a container accent or a garden edging under taller shrubs. Hummingbirds flock to the lavender trumpet-shaped flowers in late summer. Those flowers which can reach 28 inches high, also make nice cut flowers for arrangements. Hostas are known as easy-breezy perennials in darker spaces.

Island Breeze is part of the tropical-named family of hosta hybrids that brought the popular ‘Fire Island,’ and ‘Paradise Island,’ of which it is a bolder-variegated sport, or chance mutation. Raised up in a container near eye level would be a fabulous way to enjoy that seersucker foliage. It will be a great companion in a shady container or garden bed with begonias, red-leafed leucothoe, or black mondo grass.

Island Breeze Hosta Care

Island Breeze asks for a spot in part or even full shade, with consistent water – particularly during the first two years after planting. Morning sun will intensify the leaf colors, but afternoon sun would likely be too hot and might scorch the leaves. It can thrive in average or fertile soil, and in soils with an acidic to neutral ph. When planting, place the growing points, or eyes, near the surface. It would prefer sandy loam over clay for optimal drainage. For the plant’s first few winters, you can help your hostas stay put in winter freeze-thaw cycles with a thick layer of finely shredded organic mulch.

Watering is crucial during leaf-emergence in spring, and of course during dry spells in summer. Fertilize if desired with a slow-release fertilizer in spring. Slug bait should be applied just before new shoots emerge in early spring, and remove old leaves in the fall, where slugs and other leaf-chompers lay their eggs.

Island Breeze Hosta Spacing

Eighteen inches across would be an ideal spacing for Island Breeze.

Island Breeze Hosta Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Plant Type: Perennial
Sunlight Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade
Mature Height: 12 Inches
Mature Width: 18 Inches
Plant Spacing: 18 Inches
Growth Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Shade: Dark Lavender
Seasonal Interest: Mid Summer
Foliage Type: Variegated
Foliage Color(s): Variegated
Attracts: Hummingbirds
Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance
Uses: Border Plant Container Mass Planting Edging Plant Combinations
Plant Brand: Proven Winners
Botanical/Scientific Name: Hosta hybrid USPP 27,151
SKU:
HOSIB

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

1 Review - Island Breeze Hosta Show Reviews

  • 4
    Beautiful plant.

    Posted by Mary Kriss on Dec 06, 2021

    Beautiful plant. I received it earlier this year and planted it right away. They were so nicely packed, with a great root structure. only giving it 4 stars because of the price, which I thought was a bit too expensive.