A top choice for shade gardens! Hostas are easy to grow and come in many colors and leaf textures. Typical colors are various greens, blues, yellow or variegated. Varieties range from a small, compact size to very large. Flowers scapes of lavender or white typically arrive in the summer and are a hummingbirds favorite.
Hosta shadowland 'Miss America'
Hosta
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Beautiful foliage
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Enjoy the bright white blossoms in the summer
- Grows well in shaded areas
Border or Bed
Great Foliage
Full Shade
Partial Sun
Spring
Summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grown best in moist, well drained soil. Will tolerate sandy soil. Perfers shade or morning sun. Most varieties will not tolerate hot afternoon sun, though a few will. As needed, plants should be divided in th early spring as new growth emerges.
Height: 1-2 ft
Spread: 4-5 ft
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 3-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Hosta
Common Name: Hosta
A top choice for shade gardens! Hostas are easy to grow and come in many colors and leaf textures. Typical colors are various greens, blues, yellow or variegated. Varieties range from a small, compact size to very large. Flowers scapes of lavender or white typically arrive in the summer and are a hummingbirds favorite.