Hosta ‘Hush Puppies’ Hosta (Avent 2005) Type:groundcover, hostas, perennials that last Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinators, fast-growing, low-maintenance, resistant: disease, striking foliage, tolerant of black walnut, tolerates clay soil Hardiness:Zone 3 – 9 Mature Height:less than 8in Light:part to full shade (4 hours or less sun), shade (northern exposure) Water:drought tolerant, requires regular watering Bloom Color:purple Bloom Shape:trumpet Bloom Time:summer Foliage:green, variegated, white Description Diminutive 6″ h x 16″ w plants sport heart-shaped gray-green leaves edged in ivory. This little hosta is a vigorous grower and with purple flowers in early summer. Parent – ‘Beatrice’ x venusta