Hosta 'Blue Angel'

Blue Angel Plantain Lily

Hosta ‘Blue Angel’ — commonly known as Blue Angel Hosta — is a giant perennial prized for its enormous blue-green leaves that form a dramatic cascading mound in shaded gardens. The broad, heavily textured foliage emerges with a strong powdery blue cast and develops pronounced veining as it matures, creating bold architectural presence. Pale lavender to nearly white flowers rise on tall scapes in midsummer above the foliage.

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 5–6 ft
Height: 3–4 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Giant, arching mounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade

Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil with organic matter

Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Flowers attract hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for woodland gardens, large shade borders, specimen planting, and massing where dramatic foliage is desired. One of the finest giant blue hostas for strong texture and scale.

Care: Maintain even soil moisture during dry periods to preserve blue coloration and leaf quality. Divide only when necessary, as mature clumps improve with age. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. 🌿💙

Plant type

Perennial

Height

3-4'

Width

5-6'

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

White

Fall color

Blue Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Arching, Clump, Mounded

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No