y-available. Our Quart Pot 10 Count Flat Hosta Church Mouse is a shade-loving perennial grown in ideal zones 3-9. It grows to a compact size of 8-10 inches and is perfect for adding texture and interest to any shady garden.
Hosta 'Church Mouse
Hosta 'Church Mouse' is a small, compact hosta with blue-green leaves and wavy margins. It is a sport of the popular hosta 'Dancing Mouse'. 'Church Mouse' grows to a height of about 8 inches and a width of 14 inches. It forms a neat mound of foliage that is perfect for the front of the border or for growing in containers.
Hosta 'Church Mouse'
'Church Mouse' is a relatively new hosta, having been introduced in 2012 by Walters Gardens, Inc. It is a beautiful and unique hosta that is sure to add interest to any garden.
Here are some tips for growing Hosta 'Church Mouse':
- Plant 'Church Mouse' in a location that receives partial shade or full morning sun. It will tolerate more sun than most other hostas, but it is important to protect it from the hot afternoon sun.
- Plant 'Church Mouse' in well-drained soil. Hostas do not like to sit in wet feet.
- Water 'Church Mouse' regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Once established, 'Church Mouse' is drought tolerant.
- Fertilize 'Church Mouse' in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- 'Church Mouse' is relatively pest and disease resistant. However, it is important to inspect your plants regularly for any problems.
Here are some ideas for using Hosta 'Church Mouse' in your garden:
- Plant 'Church Mouse' as a border plant or ground cover.
- Use 'Church Mouse' to accentuate other plants in your garden.
- Plant 'Church Mouse' in a container or planter and place it on your patio or deck.
- Create a miniature hosta garden with 'Church Mouse' and other small hostas.
No matter how you choose to use it, Hosta 'Church Mouse' is a beautiful and versatile hosta that will add a touch of charm to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
