Hosta 'Purple Heart' – Elegant, Hardy & Versatile Perennial with Stunning Foliage and Vibrant Flowers
Hosta 'Purple Heart' is a remarkable and hardy perennial plant celebrated for its striking combination of lush, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant purple flowers. With its unique foliage and graceful form, this variety of Hosta adds both texture and color to garden beds, borders, and shaded areas. The deep green foliage is complemented by rich purple stems, making it a standout plant for any garden setting. Easy to grow and maintain, Hosta 'Purple Heart' is perfect for creating a beautiful and low-maintenance garden space.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: New leaves emerge in early spring, unfurling into heart-shaped, deep green foliage that provides a lush, vibrant backdrop in shaded gardens.
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Summer: The plant reaches full maturity with its bold foliage and striking purple flower stalks that add a unique splash of color to the landscape.
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Autumn: As the season changes, the leaves turn to golden hues, offering an attractive contrast to the remaining green foliage.
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Winter: The plant dies back in winter but remains a hardy perennial that returns each spring, ensuring ongoing seasonal beauty.
Structure & Form
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Height: Grows to a height of approximately 45–60 cm (0.45–0.6 meters), making it a compact yet striking addition to the garden.
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Spread: Spreads up to 60 cm (0.6 meters) wide, forming a dense clump of lush foliage that adds texture and color to shaded spaces.
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Foliage: Known for its large, heart-shaped, deep green leaves, which are adorned with purple stems and veins, adding a touch of elegance and contrast to the plant’s overall appearance.
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Flowers: In mid to late summer, Hosta 'Purple Heart' produces tall flower spikes with vibrant lavender-purple blooms, adding a pop of color to shaded areas.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Shaded Garden Beds: Ideal for adding lush texture and vibrant color to shaded or woodland garden beds, Hosta 'Purple Heart' thrives in low-light conditions.
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Borders & Edging: Perfect for lining pathways, borders, or around trees, where its low-growing habit and bold foliage create visual interest.
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Container Planting: Works beautifully in containers or hanging baskets, where it can add texture and color to patios, porches, or balconies.
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Woodland & Natural Gardens: Complements woodland or natural garden styles, where it thrives under the canopy of trees or in shaded areas with rich, moist soil.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Prefers partial to full shade, making it perfect for shaded areas where many other plants might struggle.
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Soil: Enjoys moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. It thrives in rich, organic soil that provides a consistent level of moisture.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9, Hosta 'Purple Heart' is well-suited for a range of climates and can withstand colder winters.
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Maintenance: This Hosta is relatively low-maintenance. While it requires minimal care, regular watering and occasional removal of dead foliage will keep it looking its best. Slug control may be necessary, as Hostas can be susceptible to slug damage.
Why Choose Hosta 'Purple Heart'?
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Striking Foliage: The deep green, heart-shaped leaves with purple stems and veins provide a unique and elegant look that adds dimension and color to the garden.
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Vibrant Flowers: The stunning lavender-purple flowers bloom in mid to late summer, creating a beautiful contrast against the foliage.
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Low-Maintenance: Hosta 'Purple Heart' is easy to grow and care for, requiring little more than regular watering and occasional pruning.
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Shade Tolerant: Perfect for shaded gardens or areas with limited sunlight, this plant thrives in low-light conditions where other plants may not.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Other Hostas: Pair with other Hosta varieties to create a lush, layered effect with different leaf shapes, sizes, and colors.
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Fern Varieties: Combine with ferns like Athyrium or Dryopteris to add texture and movement to shaded garden spaces.
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Astilbe & Heuchera: These perennials complement the bold foliage of Hosta 'Purple Heart' with their contrasting flowers and leaves, creating a beautiful shaded garden display.
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Spring Bulbs: Underplant with early-blooming spring bulbs like Crocus or Snowdrops for an added burst of color before the Hostas reach full maturity.
Hosta 'Purple Heart' is an elegant and hardy perennial that brings a unique touch of beauty and color to shaded or woodland gardens. With its striking purple-flowered stems, heart-shaped foliage, and low-maintenance nature, it’s a perfect addition to any garden. Whether used in garden beds, borders, or containers, Hosta 'Purple Heart' adds texture, interest, and year-round charm to your outdoor space.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
