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Hosta ‘Purple Heart’

Plantain Lily 'Purple Heart'

Hardiness H6

A compact and colorful hosta noted for its green foliage carried on distinctive purple-red petioles. The contrast between the leaf blades and dark stems gives the plant added interest, especially at close range, with lavender flowers produced above the mound in summer.
SKU: HOST-40-Y
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, not a flowering month
May, not a flowering month
June, not a flowering month
July, flowering month
August, flowering month
September, not a flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
0.1 m — 0.5 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Grows in tight bunches from base, forming rounded groups.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Shade Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H6 (−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Clay Loam
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Containers
  • Flower Borders
  • Underplanting
  • Groundcover
Hosta ‘Purple Heart’

Hosta ‘Purple Heart’ Description

Hosta ‘Purple Heart’ is a compact hosta valued for its colorful stems, neat habit, and attractive contrast between foliage and petioles. It forms a tidy mound of green leaves carried on distinctive purple-red stems, giving the plant added ornamental interest even before it flowers. Grown in partial shade with moist, fertile, well-drained soil, it is especially effective near the front of borders, along shaded paths, in containers, or anywhere the colored petioles can be seen up close. In summer, lavender flowers rise above the foliage and add a soft floral accent to the mound. For gardeners looking for a smaller hosta with extra color, good structure, and subtle detail, Hosta ‘Purple Heart’ is an appealing choice.

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