Hosta - Earth Angel
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners looking to brighten shaded outdoor spaces.
Brighten your shaded garden with the Hosta Earth Angel, a stunning perennial prized for its massive, blue-green leaves edged in creamy yellow. This plant creates a celestial, undulating mound of heart-shaped foliage that grows larger each year. In summer, it produces charming lavender blooms that attract hummingbirds. Exceptionally easy to grow and maintain, it thrives in conditions where other plants falter, making it ideal for groundcover or as a striking accent. Enjoy this resilient beauty with a 100% Grow Guarantee.
$15.98
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Category Rank
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-42%
Below average
Planting Depth
12
/ Crown /" below soil line
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic focal point for shaded areas
- Landscapers needing reliable greenery for deep shade spots
- Plant owners tired of battling slugs and garden pests
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting an instant, fully mature landscape
- Urban gardeners with limited patio or small bed space
- Minimalists preferring year-round foliage without seasonal cleanup
Performance breakdown
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering perennials struggle to survive.
Foliage Impact
Massive heart-shaped leaves provide dramatic texture and high-contrast visual interest.
Maintenance Ease
A resilient, low-effort plant that establishes itself with minimal ongoing care.
Pollinator Appeal
Lavender blooms offer a reliable nectar source for local hummingbird populations.
Growth Potential
Expands reliably each season to create a dense, mature garden mound.
Climate Versatility
Broad hardiness range makes this a dependable choice for diverse regional climates.
Key Specs
Planting Depth
Crown 1/2" below soil line
Recommended Spacing
30-36 inches
Mature Height
30 inches
Mature Spread
30 - 36 inches
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3-9
Sunlight Requirement
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Includes
3 Hosta Roots
Bloom Color
Lavender
Features
- Striking blue-green leaves with creamy-yellow borders
- Attracts hummingbirds with lavender summer blooms
- Forms a dense, undulating mound of foliage
- Thrives reliably in shady garden areas
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Perfect for groundcover or accent planting
- Increases in size and density annually
- Comes with a 100% Grow Guarantee
What customers say
Customers are overwhelmingly satisfied with the exceptional quality of the 'Earth Angel' bare roots. Reviewers consistently report receiving robust, healthy roots that establish quickly, leading to vigorous growth that often surpasses expectations for the first year. The variety itself is highly praised for its striking aesthetic: large, corrugated blue green leaves dramatically edged in creamy white. Gardeners value how this hosta rapidly becomes a beautiful focal point in shaded areas. While mature size takes time, the high initial viability and guaranteed success justify the investment. This product delivers on its promise of spectacular shade perennial beauty, earning strong recommendations.
Know before you buy
This variety grows into a substantial mound, so you should space each plant 30 to 36 inches apart. At maturity, it will reach about 30 inches in height with a spread of up to 36 inches.
Yes, Earth Angel is well-suited for full shade environments. It thrives in partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for areas where sun-loving plants struggle to grow.
You should plant the roots with the crown positioned about 1/2 inch below the soil line. Planting too deeply can hinder growth, while planting too shallowly may expose the roots to drying out.
No, it is considered very low-maintenance. It requires only moderate watering and will reliably return each year, increasing in size and density as it matures.
Yes, the lavender flowers produced in the summer are known to attract hummingbirds to your garden. These blooms add a nice vertical interest to the plant's dense, heart-shaped foliage.
Earth Angel is quite resilient and is hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 9. This wide range allows it to thrive in most temperate climates across the country.
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