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If you’re searching for a unique foliage plant that effortlessly adds shade garden drama, the blue hosta is a top contender. Known for its striking blue tones and heart-shaped leaves, the blue hosta thrives in New Zealand’s mild, moist conditions. Whether you’re planting a tranquil woodland border or designing a relaxing courtyard, blue hostas create calming visual interest. Their cool colour palette pairs beautifully with ferns, hellebores, and other shade-loving perennials, while their robust growth means less fuss and maintenance for busy gardeners. Discover how blue hostas can transform your garden with texture, colour, and year-round appeal.

Large Jacaranda mimosifolia tree with blue flowers.

Jacaranda mimosifolia (Blue Jacaranda)

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Jacaranda mimosifolia, commonly known as the Blue Jacaranda tree, is a tropical-looking tree that is widely planted because of its beautiful and long-lasting blue flowers. Loose clusters of the deep blue-mauve flowers are borne across the tree through spring and summer. The dark green foliage has a fern-like appearance, and in warm climates, it remains evergreen; otherwise, it is deciduous. It typically grows to 12 m tall and 8 m wide. Jacaranda mimosifolia is commonly used in avenue plantings to provide an unforgettable sight, grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, or included in a ‘tropical’ garden.

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From $323.65

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Trees

Height: 12.00 m

Spread: 8.00 m

Flowering time: Spring, Summer

Tolerances: Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Parks, Specimen

Garden styles: Alpine, Japanese, Tropical

Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern)

The Blue Star Fern features wavy leaves that are a blue-green colour. This popular indoor plant grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same wide. It grows best when positioned in partial shade on a well-drained soil in a sheltered spot. It will not tolerate wet growing conditions or frost. This Fern makes for a fantastic potted plant but can also be grown outdoors in warmer climates. In such environments it is often planted around pool and other outdoor living areas. This is an easy plant to grow and very forgiving.

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From $38.57

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 30 cm

Spread: 30 cm

Tolerances: Shade

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical

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What Makes a Blue Hosta Unique?

Blue hostas stand out thanks to their powdery, blue-green foliage—a result of natural waxy coatings that intensify their colour. This unique feature makes them especially desirable for shady or dappled locations, where their colours stay vivid and attractive all season. Not only do blue hostas offer an eye-catching look, but many varieties boast impressive tolerance to New Zealand’s cooler winters and humid summers, ensuring they perform reliably in challenging garden spots.

Best Blue Hostas for New Zealand Gardens

Gardeners can choose from a diverse selection of blue hostas, each offering distinctive traits. The classic Hosta Hadspen Blue is prized for its deep blue foliage and tidy, mound-forming habit—ideal for displays along paths or as specimens in containers. For those seeking dramatic, oversized leaves, Hosta Blue Mammoth makes a striking focal point with its larger scale and rich blue colouring. If you prefer compact options, Hosta Blue Mouse Ears delivers charming, miniature blue leaves that work perfectly in small urban gardens or as edging plants.

Other noteworthy blue hostas include Hosta Elegans, which features broad, heavily textured leaves with a smoky blue finish, and Hosta First Frost, admired for its durable foliage and striking yellow margins. With so many choices, there’s a blue hosta to suit every space and style.

How to Grow Blue Hostas

Blue hostas prefer partial to deep shade and moist, rich soil. They appreciate protection from harsh afternoon sun, which can fade their unique blue tones. Mulching and regular watering help maintain their colour and keep leaves lush through the warmer months. Plant blue hostas in groups for maximum impact and layer with other shade perennials for a textured, colourful display.

To enhance their beauty, consider combining blue hostas with silvery ferns, flowering woodland plants, or bold companion foliage. If you’re looking for inspiration or specific plants, browse our selection including Hosta Hadspen Blue, Hosta Elegans, Hosta Blue Mammoth, Hosta Blue Mouse Ears, and Hosta First Frost for NZ gardens.

Discover the Perfect Blue Hosta

Whether you’re refreshing a shady border or building a peaceful retreat, blue hostas offer unmatched foliage colour and garden versatility. Explore our range of blue hostas and discover the perfect plant to elevate your garden all year round. With expert advice and healthy, NZ-grown plants, creating a standout shade garden is easy and rewarding.

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