Take a chance on the stunning Chance Encounter Hosta! This exciting new variety features heart-shaped powdery blue leaves with a wide, eye-catching gold margin. As the season progresses, the apple-green edges of the leaves transition to a rich gold, creating a beautiful, ever-changing display. While Chance Encounter stands modestly at 12-16" tall, its impressive width—reaching over 3' across—makes it a bold addition to any garden. Perfect as a specimen plant along the front of a shady border, it also treats you to delicate white flowers in early summer. This hosta is sure to be a showstopper!
- 12-16 inches tall and 36-42 inches wide at maturity
- Scape height 14-18 in
- Hardy in zones 3-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in part to full shade (4 or less hours daily)
- Space plants 36-42 inches apart for best results
- Produces white flowers in early summer
- Maintains powdery blue variegated foliage with a margin that emerges apple-green before maturing to gold from spring to frost
- Great for containers, cut flowers, mass planting, borders and landscapes
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Foliage interest
Care: Clean away the dead foliage after frost to prevent insect problems. Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring.
Shipping Info:
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- Size at shipping varies by the season and plant
- Annuals are 4-8" tall at shipment
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