Product Description
Hosta 'Terms of Endearment' PP34806 (20)ct Flat
A beautiful blue hosta with a non-burning yellow margin! Blue-green, moderately corrugated leaves have smooth margins that show off its attractive variegation. White flowers poke up just above the foliage in early to midsummer. An improvement on the classic Hosta 'Frances Williams'.
Height: 29.0 Inches
Spread: 66 Inches
Scape Height: 25 - 36 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: White shades
Foliage Color: Green shades Variegated
Part Shade to Full Shade
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Attractive Foliage, Mass Planting
Hosta 'Terms of Endearment' is a beautiful and reliable hosta known for its large, blue-green leaves with a striking yellow margin. It is a popular choice for gardeners because it offers a classic look with improved performance. Here is a breakdown of its key features:
Appearance:
- Leaves: Large, heart-shaped, blue-green leaves with a wide, bright yellow margin that does not fade or burn in the sun. The leaves have a slightly corrugated texture, adding to their visual interest.
- Flowers: Produces white flowers in early to mid-summer, held just above the foliage.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Prefers partial shade to light shade. While it tolerates some sun, especially in cooler climates, it is best to avoid hot afternoon sun.
- Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Water: Requires consistent moisture, especially during dry periods.
Characteristics:
- Mature Size: Forms a large mound, reaching about 29 inches tall and 66 inches wide.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-9.
- Growth Habit: Forms a dense, mounding shape.
- Care: Generally low maintenance, but watch out for slugs and snails.
Why it is Popular:
- Improved 'Frances Williams': It is often considered an improvement on the classic Hosta 'Frances Williams' because it has a similar look but with a more sun-tolerant margin that does not burn.
- Reliable Performance: It is a vigorous grower and a dependable performer in the garden.
- Attractive Foliage: The bold, contrasting colors of the leaves make it a standout in any shade garden.
Uses:
- Specimen Plant: Its large size and striking foliage make it an excellent focal point in the garden.
- Background Plant: Can be used to create a backdrop for smaller plants.
- Container Gardening: Suitable for growing in large containers.
Overall, Hosta 'Terms of Endearment' is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking for a beautiful, reliable, and easy-to-grow hosta with a classic look and improved sun tolerance.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
