Hosta Shadowland 'Wu-La-La' is a stunning variegated sport of the famous ‘Empress Wu’, offering the same enormous size and structure with the added beauty of bold blue-green leaves edged in apple-green margins. A standout in the Proven Winners Shadowland Series, ‘Wu-La-La’ forms an enormous, upright clump that brings both color and drama to shady garden spaces.
Its thick, heavily veined leaves provide excellent slug resistance and hold their coloration well into the season. This variety is perfect for gardeners who want the massive presence of ‘Empress Wu’ with added variegation and brightness.
Key Features:
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Foliage: Huge blue-green leaves with striking apple-green to chartreuse margins; slightly corrugated and heavily textured for visual depth.
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Mature Size: Grows 3–4 feet tall and 5–6 feet wide, forming an upright, vase-like mound.
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Flowers: Pale lavender flowers bloom in mid to late summer on tall, sturdy scapes.
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Light Requirements: Best in part shade. Morning sun can enhance color, but protect from strong afternoon sun to avoid scorch.
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Soil: Prefers rich, consistently moist, well-drained soil; mulch helps retain moisture.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 3–9.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance. Thick foliage resists slug damage. Divide every few years to rejuvenate clumps if needed.
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Uses: A spectacular specimen for large shade gardens, woodland borders, or as a dramatic container plant in shaded areas.
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Series: Member of the Shadowland® Collection from Proven Winners, selected for exceptional foliage performance and presence.
