Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata'

Also Known As

Hosta 'Aureo Marginata'
Hosta fortunei 'Aureomarginata'
Hosta fortunei var. aureomarginata
Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-28"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

3a-9b

More Options

Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata' plant details

Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 28 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, border plant, container plant, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With olive green leaves encircled in golden yellow, this showy hosta is attractive, well sized for mixed plantings and will grow in a wide range of light conditions. Ideal for woodland gardens and partnering with ferns. Gold Crown thrives in dappled to heavy shade and will grow near black walnut trees (where most plants won't because of the chemical released into the soil by these tree.) Offered as a trio of jumbo 4-6 eye plants.