Hosta 'Blue Cadet'

Blue Cadet Plantain Lily

Hosta ‘Blue Cadet’ — commonly known as Blue Cadet Hosta — is a compact perennial valued for its rounded blue-green leaves that form a dense, uniform mound in shaded gardens. The smooth foliage carries a soft blue cast through much of the season and creates a tidy appearance ideal for smaller spaces. Pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer on slender scapes.

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 10–14 in

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Compact, rounded 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 edging, woodland gardens, small shade borders, and mixed hosta collections. Compact blue foliage provides reliable contrast among gold and variegated hostas.

Care: Maintain even soil moisture during dry periods to preserve leaf color. Divide in spring or early fall when clumps become crowded. Remove spent flower stalks after bloom. 🌿💙

Plant type

Perennial

Height

10-14"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Summer

Flower color

White

Fall color

Blue Green

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Clump, Compact, Mounded

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No