Hosta 'Empress Wu'
Hosta 'Empress Wu' is a truly spectacular giant hosta, renowned for its enormous, deeply veined dark green leaves that can reach over 45cm in length and width. Forming an impressive, upright clump, it creates a bold architectural statement in shaded gardens.
Over time, this premium variety develops into a commanding focal point, with pale reddish-violet flowers rising above the foliage in early to midsummer. Exceptionally hardy and reliable, it thrives in shaded borders and woodland settings, offering long-lasting structure and presence.
- Huge dark green leaves with deep veining
- Forms a large, upright and impressive clump
- Pale reddish-violet flowers in early to midsummer
- Ideal as a focal point in shaded gardens
- Excellent for woodland and border planting
- Height 120cm - Spread 150cm
Hosta
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EAN code5019945241589
- Brand
- Pot Size3L (19cm)
- AspectNorth-facing, East-facing
- Attractive to WildlifeAttractive to Bees
- Flower ColourBlue, Purple
- Flowering MonthJuly, August
- Foliage ColourGreen
- Foliage TypeDeciduous
- Garden StyleArchitectural, City & Courtyard Garden, Cottage & Informal Garden, Patio & Container, Woodland Garden
- Hardiness (RHS rating)H7 colder than -20ºC. Very hardy
- Height120cm
- Spread150cm
- MoistureMoist but well-drained
- pHAcid, Neutral
- Plant HabitClump-forming
- Plant TypePerennial
- Planting TypesBorders and Beds, Garden Edging, Ground Cover, Pots & Containers
- Season of InterestSpring, Summer, Autumn
- Soil TypeClay, Loam
- Special AttributesAttractive Foliage, Easy to Grow, Low Maintenance
- SunlightFull Shade, Partial Shade
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Tracked Delivery (Express) - £7.99
Zone 1 - England, Wales & Scotland (excluding Highlands & Islands)
- Orders are dispatched within 3-5 working days
- Parcels are sent via DX or DPD on a next day service, requiring a signature on delivery or safe place instructions
- Fully tracked from door to door with text or email notifications along the way to keep you informed
- 2 hour time slot notification
- Dispatch days Monday - Thursday (excluding Bank Holidays)
- Delivery days Tuesday - Friday
Tracked Delivery (2-4 Days) - £14.99
Zone 2 – Highlands & Islands of Scotland
- Parcels are sent via a tracked 48 service, requiring a signature on delivery or safe place instructions
- Tracking code provided on dispatch. Email or SMS notification on day of delivery
- Orders dispatched within two working days
- Please expect 2-4 days for delivery
- List of applicable postcodes
Tracked Delivery (3-4 Days) - £14.99
Zone 3 – Isle of Man, Isle of Wight & Isles of Scilly
- Parcels are sent via a tracked 48 service, requiring a signature on delivery or safe place instructions
- Tracking code provided on dispatch. Email or SMS notification on day of delivery
- Orders dispatched within two working days
- Please expect 3-4 days for delivery
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