A shade-garden essential with generous foliage, strong texture, and season-long presence.
Hostas bring bold, layered foliage to shaded gardens, with leaf colours ranging from deep green to blue, gold, and variegated forms. Summer flower spikes add a light, airy accent above the leaves.
Plant details
Sun
Part shade, Full shade
Moisture
Moderate, Moist
Height
20–90 cm
Spread
30–150 cm
Hardiness zone
3–9
Bloom months
Jun, Jul, Aug
Flower colour
White, Lavender
Foliage colour
Green, Blue, Gold, Variegated
Foliage type
Deciduous
Good to know
Pollinator friendly
Container suitable
Care
Plant in part shade to shade in rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Water consistently during establishment and dry spells. Remove spent flower stalks and divide mature clumps in spring when needed.
