Product Description
'Wolverine' Hosta (25) Bare Root Plantss
Medium to Large.
Leaves are blue-green, moderately wavy and ovate, with yellow gold margin and good substance.
Shiny blue green long pointed leaves with a gold margin that become cream with more sun. Quickly forms a dense, mound with a cascading habit.
Parentage: Sport of (H. 'Splash' F5 seedling x H. Dorset Blue).
Height: 15.0-18.0 Inches
Spread: 40.0 Inches
Scape Height: 20.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Variegated
Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) to Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate: Rapid
Border Plant, Container, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Specimen, Focal Point
Unleash a Bold Statement in Your Shade Garden with 'Wolverine' Hosta!
Hosta 'Wolverine' is a striking and vigorous hosta cultivar that adds a touch of wildness and drama to shady landscapes. This eye-catching perennial boasts large, lance-shaped leaves with a unique color combination, making it a standout in any hosta collection.
'Wolverine' is a sport of Hosta 'Splash' and Hosta 'Dorset Blue', inheriting the best qualities of both parents. Its large, lance-shaped leaves are a beautiful blue-green with wide, rippled, golden margins. The contrasting colors create a dramatic effect that draws the eye and adds depth to shady gardens. In late summer, the plant produces tall scapes bearing lavender flowers, adding a touch of elegance to the display. This hosta is a rapid grower and forms a dense mound with a cascading habit, making it an excellent choice for groundcover or as a specimen plant.
Details:
- Mature Size: 15-18 inches tall, 40 inches wide
- Foliage Color: Blue-green with gold margins
- Flower Color: Lavender
- Bloom Time: Late summer
- Growth Habit: Mounding, cascading
- Light Needs: Part shade to full shade (tolerates some morning sun)
- Soil Needs: Fertile, moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness Zones: 3-8 (USDA)
- Special Features: Large leaves, unique color combination, rapid grower, attractive flowers, low maintenance
Planting:
- Timing: Plant in spring or fall for best results.
- Location: Choose a shady or partially shaded location with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. 'Wolverine' can tolerate some morning sun, but avoid harsh afternoon sun, especially in hot climates.
- Soil Preparation: Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and moisture retention.
- Spacing: Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow for adequate growth.
- Planting Depth: Plant the crown (where the leaves emerge from the roots) at the same level as the soil surface.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and regularly until it is established.
Care:
- Watering: Hostas prefer consistently moist soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect the shallow roots.
- Pruning: Remove any faded or damaged leaves throughout the growing season. Cut back the flower stalks after blooming to encourage foliage growth.
- Pest and Disease Control: 'Wolverine' is generally pest and disease resistant, but watch for slugs and snails, which can damage the foliage.
Uses in the Garden:
- Shade Gardens: Ideal for adding a bold and dramatic touch to shade gardens.
- Woodland Gardens: Thrives in woodland settings, complementing other shade-loving plants.
- Borders and Edging: Creates a beautiful and eye-catching border along walkways or flower beds.
- Groundcover: Its rapid growth and dense habit make it an excellent groundcover for shady areas.
- Containers: Can be grown in containers, adding a touch of wildness to patios and balconies.
- Mass Plantings: Plant in groups for a dramatic display of foliage and flowers.
Unleash a bold statement in your shade garden with the striking foliage and easy-care nature of Hosta 'Wolverine'!
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!
