Hosta montana 'Aureomarginata'

Also Known As

Hosta 'Montana Aureomarginata'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 27"
W: 48"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta montana 'Aureomarginata' plant details

Hosta montana 'Aureomarginata' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta montana 'Aureomarginata'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 48 IN wide, 27 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta montana 'Aureomarginata'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 3. Large green leaves w/ irregular yellow edges

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Rich dark green leaves margined bright golden yellow that ages to creamy white with light olive-green streaking towards center on large, elongated, heart shaped leaves. Pale lavender flowers in mid summer. Plant in low sun to moderate shade. Large hosta.

By: Sebright Gardens

A classic hosta and one of the most beautiful, H. montana 'Aureovariegata' has a beautiful vase-shaped habit and large green leaves surrounded by a bright yellow margin. A show-stopping accent plant that belongs in every shade garden.