Sagae Hosta

Sagae Hosta (Hosta 'Sagae')

Sagae Hosta (Hosta 'Sagae') is an award-winning, large-leaved perennial known for its bold, variegated foliage with blue-green centers and creamy-yellow margins. Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and focal plantings, it adds dramatic color and architectural elegance to shaded landscapes.

Distinctive Features

The broad, heart-shaped leaves feature blue-green centers with wide, creamy-yellow margins that lighten as the season progresses. The foliage is thick, textured, and resistant to slug damage. In midsummer, tall spikes of pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Its upright, vase-shaped habit makes it a standout focal point in larger shaded gardens.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade; morning sun enhances leaf color.
• 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 bold, standout displays in shaded landscapes.
• Mass Planting: Creates a cohesive, dramatic display in larger beds.
• Woodland Gardens: Complements natural, shaded environments.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and hummingbirds with summer blooms.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture for healthy growth.
• Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves for a clean appearance.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots.

Why Choose Sagae Hosta?

• Bold Variegated Foliage: Adds dramatic color and texture to shaded gardens.
• Architectural Growth Habit: Provides vertical structure and elegance.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and hummingbirds.
• Low Maintenance: Reliable and easy to grow in shaded conditions.

For dramatic color and architectural elegance, Sagae Hosta (Hosta 'Sagae') is an excellent choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and focal plantings.