Outstanding Qualities
The queen of all the large blue hostas, Hosta sieboldiana var. elegans makes a bold statement in the garden. Huge wide blue leaves make an impressive dense mound. The leaves are heavy in texture and have a wonderful corrugated look. In summer flowers stems rise just above the foliage and display near white flowers in dense spikes. Although, no hosta is immune to slugs this one does show some resistance, especially once the foliage matures

Culture Notes
Hostas prefer a location in light to open shade, although Hosta sieboldiana var. elegans will tolerate full sun with adequate moisture. Plant it in a location with rich moist to well-drained soils. Most hosta will tolerate sandy sites as well as clay. During dry weather provide regular watering, especially in sandy soils. Flowers can be removed once the blooms have faded and the foliage can be cut to the ground in fall.

—Courtesy Great Plant Picks