- Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 3 Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 14-15 Inches
- Mature With 30-32 Inches
- Growing Zones 3-9
This shade perennial will have your landscape making a splash! Holding true to its name ‘waterslide’ this Hosta features rippled, blue colored leaves that hold their color all season. Planting this Hosta makes it appear as if you planted a fountain in your yard. It is as versatile as it is beautiful. Adding to its beauty and versatility, is their suitability for containers and landscapes alike. This Hosta produces lovely purple flowers that bloom in the late summer which attract pollinators such as hummingbirds. You can’t go wrong when choosing to add the Shadowland Waterslide Hosta to your yard or house!
The foliage is captivating. The Shadowland Waterslide Hosta has blue rounded foliage that keeps it color for the entire season. It has light purple flowers that bloom in late summer and these blooms attract pollinators of all kinds! This plant grows to a height of around 14-15 inches with a scape height of 17 inches. and the spread reaches up to 30-32 inches wide, making for an outstanding border plant. They are typically used for ornamental purposes in lawn and gardens, as focal points of landscapes, their leaves are perfect for bouquets or as a filler in a container.
Shadowland Waterslide Hosta Care
You are in luck, with the right care, The Shadowland Waterslide Hosta is low maintenance. They do their best when planted in full shade to part shade. They also thrive in well drained, moist soil. The water requirements are average to consistent for this Hosta, ensuring the soil stays moist is a must. Soil that is organically enriched is also beneficial to this Hosta. To keep insects away and this plant looking its best make sure to keep dead leaves cleared.
Shadowland Waterslide Hosta Spacing
The growth habit for this Hosta is mounded, taking that into consideration, and its height when planting. Spacing for the Shadowland Waterslide Hosta is 30-32 inches, center on center.
Shadowland Waterslide Hosta Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Bloom Period: Late Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
| Height Class: Short |
| Mature Height: 14-15 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 30-32 Inches |
| Spacing: 30-32 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds |
| Features: Foliage Interest |
| Scientific Name: Shadowland® 'Waterslide' Hosta hybrid USPPAF |
| Common Name: Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta |
| Other Name(s): Funkia; Plantain Lilies; Giboshi |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- HOSWS
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.
Quart Pot
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known 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
Also Known 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
#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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