Buy Hosta 'Pathfinder'

Also Known As

Pathfinder Plantain Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-16"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

3a-9a

Mature Division--Bare Root | $15

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Hosta 'Pathfinder' plant details

Hosta 'Pathfinder' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Pathfinder'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Pathfinder'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wide, rich dark green borders & white centers with many green speckles; Thick substance, Excellent performer and vigorous. Pale lavender flowers in high to late summer. Partial sun to full shade. Medium size hosta.

By: Sebright Gardens

A sport of Francee. Wide dark green margin and a white center with many green speckles. Thick substance. Lavender flowers later in summer.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Developed by Briggs Nursery. The round, thick-textured leaves have a dark green margin (1" wide) and a creamy white center. The contrast between light and dark makes this hosta pop in a shady border. The early-summer flowers are white with purple spots.