Jackson & Perkins Hosta First Blush
Best unique foliage for shade gardeners seeking rare color transitions.
A standout shade-loving perennial that breaks the mold with its unique red-tinted foliage. It offers a compact, mounding form that works beautifully in containers or borders, while its early summer blooms invite pollinators into the garden.
$23.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a rare, color-changing focal point for shade beds
- Collectors who appreciate intricate foliage details and structural contrast
- Homeowners looking to brighten dark corners of their landscape
Who should skip it
- Southern gardeners in consistently hot climates with short spring seasons
- Low-maintenance seekers unwilling to manage garden pests regularly
- Impatient landscapers wanting immediate full-scale coverage and impact
Performance breakdown
Foliage Visual Impact
The unique rosy spring blush offers rare color for shaded gardens.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in well-draining, rich soil.
Pollinator Appeal
Funnel-shaped blooms reliably draw hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.
Climate Adaptability
Impressive hardiness range makes it viable for most North American zones.
Landscape Versatility
Compact mounding habit fits perfectly in containers, borders, or mass plantings.
Establishment Reliability
Bareroot form requires careful initial planting but establishes strong root systems.
Key Specs
Genus
Hosta
Species
hybrid
Variety
'First Blush'
Item Form
Bareroot
Hardiness Zone
3 - 9
Bloom Time
Early Summer
Habit
Mound-shaped
Height
14 inches
Width
28 inches
Shipping Restrictions
Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
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