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 'Sound of Music'
Hosta
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Attractive foliage
- Mass planting
- Grows well in city environments
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Great Foliage
Mass Planting
Full Shade
Partial Sun
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: 30-32 in
Spread: 60-66 in
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 3-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Container
- Focal Point
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Specimen
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Blue
- Multi-Color
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
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.