Hosta Wisconsin Red

Hosta Wisconsin Red is an exceptional cultivar from Jeff Moore’s (USA) renowned hybridizing program, beloved by collectors for its unique and captivating appearance. The dark green leaves develop a stunning red blush in spring, creating a dramatic contrast that draws admiration from visitors. The vibrant red petioles extend the blush into the leaves, a feature that makes this medium-sized hosta truly special. Growing to a height of 35–40 cm, it forms an elegant clump that thrives in semi-shade or full shade. In summer, lavender flowers bloom, adding a touch of charm to this already impressive perennial plant. Whether for collectors or garden enthusiasts, Hosta Wisconsin Red is a must-have for its bold character and remarkable red hues.

How to grow hostas

Save light shade to shade place in your garden to plant hostas. Filtered sun is best for the colorful varieties to reach their full color contrast. The green and blue hostas are the most shade-tolerant. Usually the yellow cultivars are the most sun-tolerant. The most dangerous is a direct sunshine, especially hot afternoon sun. This is the most critical where temperatures are high. Variegated varieties, especially those with a lot of white in the leaves, burn very easily. Blue color of leaves turns to green-blue or even fully green with too much direct sun. Plants with thick leaves are better suited for dry soil conditions than thin-leaved ones, but none is able to grow years-long in very dry soil. Plant hostas in moist, humus-rich soil. Water your hostas well immediately as you plant them. Give them water regularly during their first one or two growing season. Hostas grow slowly and may take 2 to 5 years to reach their full size, longer for the largest species and cultivars. Reserve a plenty of space in your perennial bed for hostas. Most of them are medium sized or large perennials. Hostas are almost fully disease and pest resistant. The most dangerous injury can by caused by slugs, snails and deers.