Plants in genus hosta
Hosta 'Golden Gate'
Hosta 'Golden Gate' is a striking perennial with large, thick, pointed golden foliage that forms a 52-inch-wide clump. In early spring, it produces medium lavender flowers on 44-inch scapes. This plant is ideal for shade gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for cottage gardens, rain gardens, and as a groundcover. 'Golden Gate' is a versatile and visually appealing addition to any garden.
Hosta 'Banana Boat'
Hosta 'Banana Boat' features boat-shaped leaves with a dramatic golden central pattern that changes to creamy white in late spring. It forms 18-inch wide clumps topped with violet flowers on 15-inch scapes in early summer. This plant requires filtered sun or morning sun, making it ideal for shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Eleanor Lachman'
Hosta 'Eleanor Lachman' is a slow-growing plant with creamy white leaves edged in dark green. It forms a semi-upright clump about 15 inches wide and produces 10-inch spikes of medium lavender flowers in late spring. It prefers morning sun and should be kept out of deep shade.
Hosta 'Fall Bouquet'
Hosta 'Fall Bouquet' is a small hosta with black-green foliage and dark purple-red petioles. It forms an 18-inch wide clump and produces lavender flowers on 16-inch tall red scapes in mid-October. This plant is ideal for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9 and can thrive in both dry and wet shade conditions.
Hosta 'Eternal Flame'
Hosta 'Eternal Flame' is a sport of Hosta 'Whirlwind', known for its quilted, black-green leaves with a central pattern of white. This plant forms a 2-foot wide clump and features 15-inch tall spikes of light lavender flowers in midsummer. It is not recommended for deep shade, making it ideal for part sun to light shade areas. The plant's unique foliage and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds make it a popular choice for gardens seeking a touch of elegance and color.
Hosta 'Lemon Twist'
Hosta 'Lemon Twist' is a bright golden hosta with long, pointed, twisty leaves featuring wavy margins. It forms a 4-foot wide clump and produces 40-inch scapes of light lavender flowers. This hosta is ideal for shaded or partially sunny gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Its unique foliage and flower color make it a standout in any garden setting.
Hosta 'Blue Danube'
Hosta 'Blue Danube', created by Eric Smith, is a small clumper with 4-inch round powder blue leaves. It produces clusters of lavender flowers and is ideal for adding color to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'High Tide'
Hosta 'High Tide' is a compact perennial with thick, dusty blue leaves and a rippled edge. It forms a 1-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump and is topped with medium lavender flowers in late summer, attracting hummingbirds to the garden.
Hosta 'Gold Heart'
Hosta 'Gold Heart' is a fast-growing clump-forming plant with thick cream-centered foliage bordered by green. It forms 2-foot wide clumps and produces 2-foot spikes of medium lavender flowers in mid-summer. This plant is ideal for shaded areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta albomarginata
Hosta albomarginata is a shade-loving perennial with soft green leaves edged in white. It produces lilac to lavender flowers in mid-summer, attracting pollinators and hummingbirds. This low-maintenance plant thrives in USDA zones 3 to 8 and prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Hosta 'Golden Waffles'
Hosta 'Golden Waffles' is a clumping perennial known for its brilliant golden leaves and intensely corrugated texture. It forms a 4-foot wide clump and produces 22-inch scapes of pure white flowers in early summer. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas, providing vibrant color and texture.
Hosta 'Little White Lines'
Hosta 'Little White Lines' is a new small seedling mutation known for its narrow leaves with a narrow white border and lavender flowers that bloom in early summer. This plant is ideal for shaded areas, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds with its delicate blooms. Its compact size and unique foliage make it a charming addition to cottage gardens or as a groundcover in shaded areas. Its adaptability to various conditions and low maintenance needs make it a favorite among gardeners.
Hosta 'Lunar Orbit'
Hosta 'Lunar Orbit' is a sport of H. 'August Moon' with heavily textured, round chartreuse-golden leaves bordered in dark green. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 2-foot tall stalks of light lavender bells in late spring. This plant is perfect for shade gardens and attracts butterflies.
Hosta 'Virginia Reel'
Hosta 'Virginia Reel' is a compact plant with two-tone green leaves and a creamy border, growing 8 inches tall and 1 foot wide. It is a hybrid of Hosta 'Crepe Suzette' and Hosta 'Riptide', and has won the Savory Shield Award for its attractive foliage.
Hosta 'Risky Business'
Hosta 'Risky Business' is a mutation of Hosta 'Striptease', featuring a pure white center that remains vibrant all season. It forms a dense 2-foot wide clump with 2-foot tall scapes of violet flowers in midsummer, making it a striking addition to shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Brave Amherst'
Hosta 'Brave Amherst' is a perennial with heavily corrugated blue leaves bordered by a wide creamy-gold margin. This plant forms a clump about 4 feet wide and 2 feet tall, with near-white flowers blooming on 28-inch scapes in late May. It is ideal for shaded gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. The hosta is also suitable for rain gardens and can tolerate dry shade conditions. Its striking foliage makes it a popular choice for groundcover in cottage gardens.
Hosta 'Blue Mammoth'
Hosta 'Blue Mammoth' is one of the largest hostas, forming a giant clump of heavily textured, puckered blue leaves. It reaches nearly 5 feet in width and produces light lavender flowers in late spring, making it a striking addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Hope'
Hosta 'Hope' is a small hosta forming an 8-inch wide mound of tiny, round green leaves with a golden margin. It produces 11-inch tall scapes in summer and is perfect for rock gardens or special cases. This hosta should be planted away from larger hostas to avoid competition.
Hosta 'Appetizer'
Hosta 'Appetizer' is a compact, fast-multiplying plant with small green leaves edged in creamy white. It grows to about 8 inches tall and 18 inches wide, producing medium lavender flowers in June. This hosta attracts hummingbirds and is well-suited for shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Aqua Velva'
Hosta 'Aqua Velva' is known for its intensely corrugated blue-green foliage. This large clumper can grow up to 3 feet wide and produces light lavender flowers on 3-foot scapes in mid-summer. It is suitable for shaded areas and attracts pollinators.
Hosta 'Silver Streak'
Hosta 'Silver Streak' is a collector's hosta with a miniature mound of twisted leaves featuring white centers and green edges. This slow-growing plant forms an 8-inch wide clump and produces light lavender flowers in early summer. It is ideal for shaded garden areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Royal Standard'
Hosta 'Royal Standard' is the first-ever patented hosta, known for its glossy green leaves and large clump formation up to 4 feet wide. It produces fragrant white flowers on 3-foot stalks in late summer, making it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Twist Of Lime'
Hosta 'Twist Of Lime' is a mutation of Hosta 'Lemon Lime', featuring narrow chartreuse yellow foliage edged in green. It forms a 4-inch tall by 1-foot wide clump and produces deep violet flowers in late spring. This plant is known for its vibrant foliage and compact size.
Hosta 'Pharaohs Fawcett'
Hosta 'Pharaohs Fawcett' is a sport of Hosta 'King Tut,' featuring heavily corrugated blue leaves with a wide golden border. It forms an 18-inch tall by 3-foot wide clump, adding texture and color to shaded garden areas. This hosta is ideal for attracting pollinators and provides a striking visual contrast with its unique foliage.
Hosta 'Black Beauty'
Hosta 'Black Beauty' is a hybrid with dark green, thick, large rounded leaves forming a 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump. It features 3-foot tall spikes of lavender flowers in midsummer, providing a striking contrast in shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Blue Hawaii'
Hosta 'Blue Hawaii' is a vigorous-growing hosta with corrugated, flat blue leaves that maintain their color well. It forms a clump 30 inches tall and 42 inches wide, with 44-inch tall flower scapes bearing white, lightly fragrant flowers in midsummer. This hosta is a standout in shade gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Sundance'
Hosta 'Sundance' is a mutation known for its wide creamy white border and lavender flowers. This plant shares attributes with its parent, making it a reliable choice for shade gardens. 'Sundance' attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal. It thrives in light shade and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. Its striking foliage and delicate flowers add elegance to any garden setting.
Hosta 'Border Bandit'
This compact plant forms a 16-inch tall by 34-inch wide mound with wide, pointed blue-green foliage and a white margin. It produces 15-inch stalks of violet flowers in late summer, adding a touch of elegance to gardens.
Hosta 'Maui Buttercups'
Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' is a medium-sized golden hosta with rounded, corrugated, and cupped leaves that have a unique sheen. It forms 18-inch wide clumps and produces violet flowers on tall scapes in early summer. This hosta is a hybrid of H. 'Frances Williams' and H. 'August Moon', known for its attractive foliage and ability to attract butterflies.
Hosta 'Julia'
Hosta 'Julia' is a robust perennial with durable blue-green foliage accented by a creamy white border. It can grow up to 4 feet wide and produces light lavender flowers in mid-summer. This hosta is well-suited for shaded gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.