{"product_id":"blue-broad-leaf-plantain-lily-hosta-hosta-empress-wu","title":"Blue Broad-leaf Plantain Lily Hosta (Hosta Empress Wu)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-26\"\u003ePrepare to be amazed by the sheer majesty of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-26\"\u003eHosta 'Empress Wu'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-26 citation-end-26\"\u003e, the undisputed queen of the shade garden!\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003eRenowned as one of the largest hostas ever introduced, this magnificent perennial creates an awe-inspiring presence with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003ecolossal, deeply veined, dark green leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25 citation-end-25\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-24 citation-end-24\"\u003eForming immense, upright mounds, 'Empress Wu' commands attention, adding unparalleled drama, lush texture, and a touch of grandiosity to any landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights, Information, Size \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23\"\u003eGiant of the Garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23 citation-end-23\"\u003e – Develops truly enormous, thick, corrugated dark green leaves that can measure up to 1.5 feet across, creating a stunning focal point.|\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-22\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-22\"\u003eImposing Presence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-22 citation-end-22\"\u003e – Matures into a massive clump, reaching up to 4-5 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide, perfect for making a bold statement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21\"\u003eArchitectural Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21 citation-end-21\"\u003e – The heavily veined and sturdy foliage provides exceptional textural interest and offers better slug resistance compared to thinner-leaved varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20\"\u003eShade Garden Dominance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003e – Thrives in partial to full shade, creating a lush, tropical feel even in the darkest corners of your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-19\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-19\"\u003eDelicate Blooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-19 citation-end-19\"\u003e – In early to midsummer, tall scapes emerge, bearing charming pale lavender, bell-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds and beneficial insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Long-Lived\u003c\/b\u003e – A robust and adaptable perennial that provides years of impressive beauty with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeeds per pack:\u003c\/b\u003e 30-50 viable seeds \u003cb\u003eExpected height:\u003c\/b\u003e 4-5 ft tall, 6-8 ft wide at maturity (over several years) \u003cb\u003eZones:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-18 citation-end-18\"\u003e USDA hardiness zones 3–9 (extremely cold-hardy and reliable outdoors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds in moist, well-draining seed-starting mix. Keep in a warm, shaded spot with consistent moisture. Germination may take 14–30 days. \u003cspan class=\"citation-17 citation-end-17\"\u003eNote that Hostas grown from seed may take several years to reach their full, impressive size.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Outdoor Planting:\u003c\/b\u003e Once established, transplant outdoors in spring or fall. Choose a location with \u003cb\u003epartial to full shade\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-16 citation-end-16\"\u003eWhile 'Empress Wu' is tolerant of some morning sun, avoiding intense afternoon sun will help maintain the deep green color and prevent leaf scorching.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"\u003eEnsure the soil is rich in organic matter, consistently moist, and well-drained.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-14 citation-end-14\"\u003eMulch well to retain soil moisture and help suppress weeds.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Due to its large size, ensure it has ample space to grow into its mature dimensions. Protect young plants from slugs and snails\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Indoor Growing:\u003c\/b\u003e While 'Empress Wu' is primarily an outdoor landscape plant due to its immense size, young seedlings can be grown indoors in a bright, indirect light location. However, for it to reach its full, spectacular potential, it will eventually need to be transplanted outdoors. Ensure good drainage and consistent moisture if growing in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Secret Jar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507503792246,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/8355\/1094\/files\/blue-broad-leaf-plantain-lily-hosta-hosta-empress-wublue-broad-leaf-plantain-lily-hosta-hosta-empress-wuseedsthe-lush-leafthe-lush-leaf-5898157.jpg?v=1781202016","url":"https:\/\/www.thesecretjarden.com\/products\/blue-broad-leaf-plantain-lily-hosta-hosta-empress-wu","provider":"The Secret Jarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}