Avocado Hosta

Avocado Hosta (Hosta 'Avocado')

Avocado Hosta (Hosta 'Avocado') is a large, bold perennial known for its glossy green leaves with chartreuse centers that brighten to gold as the season progresses. Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and mass plantings, it adds rich color and lush texture to shade landscapes.

Distinctive Features

The broad, ovate leaves feature dark green edges and bright chartreuse centers that intensify to gold with sun exposure. In midsummer, tall spikes of fragrant, pale lavender flowers emerge, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Its dense, mounded habit adds fullness and texture to any shaded setting.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade; tolerates some morning sun.
• Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil.
• Water: Requires consistent moisture, especially during dry periods.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9.

Ideal Uses

• Shaded Borders: Adds bold color and texture to garden edges.
• Woodland Gardens: Complements natural landscapes with lush foliage.
• Mass Planting: Creates a cohesive, dramatic display.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and hummingbirds with fragrant blooms.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture for healthy growth.
• Pruning: Remove spent flowers and damaged leaves for a tidy appearance.
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots.

Why Choose Avocado Hosta?

• Bold Variegated Foliage: Provides season-long texture and color.
• Fragrant Blooms: Adds scent and pollinator appeal to the garden.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and hummingbirds.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for in shaded areas.

For rich color and lush texture, Avocado Hosta (Hosta 'Avocado') is an excellent choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and mass plantings.