Guardian Angel Hosta

Guardian Angel Hosta (Hosta 'Guardian Angel')

Guardian Angel Hosta (Hosta 'Guardian Angel') is a large, distinctive perennial known for its blue-green foliage with ghostly white centers that lighten as the season progresses. Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and focal plantings, it adds bold texture and unique color to shade landscapes.

Distinctive Features

The broad, heart-shaped leaves feature a misty white center that fades to pale green, surrounded by deep blue-green margins. In midsummer, tall spikes of pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Its substantial, mounding habit and unusual coloring make it a striking focal point in shaded gardens.

Growing Conditions

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

Ideal Uses

• Focal Points: Ideal for standout displays in shaded landscapes.
• Woodland Gardens: Adds bold texture and unique color to natural settings.
• Mass Planting: Creates a cohesive, dramatic display.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and hummingbirds with summer blooms.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for optimal growth.
• Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves to maintain a tidy appearance.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots.

Why Choose Guardian Angel Hosta?

• Unique Variegated Foliage: Offers ghostly white centers that brighten shaded spaces.
• Focal Point Plant: Ideal for dramatic, standout plantings.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and hummingbirds.
• Low Maintenance: Reliable and easy to grow in shade conditions.

For unique color and bold texture, Guardian Angel Hosta (Hosta 'Guardian Angel') is an excellent choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and focal plantings.