Hosta 'Halcyon' (Hosta 'Halcyon'): Blue Hostas That Hold Color All Season

Hosta 'Halcyon' (Hosta 'Halcyon')

'Halcyon' is a wonderful blue hosta that holds its strong leaf color all season. Its textured, blue-green leaves are thick enough to be slug resistant. Bell-shaped, pale lilac flowers are followed by seed heads that attract birds late in the season. It grows fairly slowly and can be used as either a ground cover or a specimen plant.

Growing Conditions and Care

Moist, well-drained soil.

Propagation

By division.

Potential Problems

Slugs and snails, leaf spot, crown rot.

Quick Reference

• Height: 1–3 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Growth Habit: Clumps
• Growth Pace: Moderate
• Light: Part Shade to Full Shade
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Low
• Bloom Time: Summer
• Flower Color: Blue, Purple
• Foliage: Colorful/Burgundy
• Uses: Beds and Borders, Shade, Ground Covers, Low-Maintenance, Specimen Plant/Focal Point
• Style: Woodland Garden
• Seasonal Interest: Summer Interest
• Type: Perennial