Hosta 'Little Miss Sunshine'

Also Known As

Little Miss Sunshine Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

3a-9b

Hosta 'Little Miss Sunshine' plant details

Hosta 'Little Miss Sunshine' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, gold and red foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Little Miss Sunshine'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, gold and red
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Little Miss Sunshine'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unlike many gold hostas, this wavy leafed cultivar actually emerges chartreuse and then intensifies to bright gold as the season progresses. Light purple flowers are held on contrasting deep wine red scapes. Fast grower.