Sagae Hosta

Sagae Hosta (Hosta 'Sagae')

Sagae Hosta forms a majestic, vase-shaped mound of thick, blue-green leaves edged with wide gold margins that age to creamy white; tall scapes carry pale lavender to near-white bells in midsummer for a striking shade centerpiece.

Distinctive Features

Heavily substanced, gently corrugated leaves create bold texture and brilliant edge contrast, while the upright, architectural habit provides strong structure in low-light plantings and large containers.

Growing Conditions

Plant in rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil with morning sun and afternoon shade to maintain blue tones and crisp variegation; consistent moisture yields the largest leaves.

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to bright dappled light; avoid hot afternoon sun.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil; amend clay with compost for aeration.
• Water: Moderate and regular; do not allow extended dry periods, especially in containers.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9.
• Mature Size: Foliage mound about 24 to 30 in tall and 36 to 48 in wide; flower scapes to 40 to 48 in.
• Bloom Time: Midsummer, pale lavender to near-white flowers.
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral, about 6.0 to 7.2.

Ideal Uses

Use as a commanding foliage anchor, repeat in broad sweeps for a luminous ground layer, or feature as a specimen in large porch containers.

• Focal Point: Bold variegation and tall scapes draw the eye in shade.
• Edging: Substantial mounds define shaded paths and beds.
• Massing: Repeated clumps form a cohesive, weed-suppressing carpet.
• Containers: Excellent specimen for large, shaded pots.
• Companions: Pairs with ferns, astilbe, brunnera, and heuchera.

Low Maintenance Care

Steady moisture, seasonal grooming, and mulch keep plants lush, clean, and showy through heat and storms.

• Watering: Deeply soak when the top 1 in is dry; increase frequency during hot spells and in pots.
• Pruning: Remove spent scapes after bloom and trim tattered leaves; cut back foliage after frost.
• Fertilizing: Top-dress with compost in spring; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer if growth is light.
• Mulching: 1 to 2 in of shredded bark or leaf mold, keeping mulch off crowns.
• Notes: Monitor for slugs and snails; use traps or iron phosphate baits and avoid late-day overhead watering.

Why Choose Sagae Hosta?

This award-winning classic offers commanding foliage, reliable performance, and exceptional contrast in shade landscapes.

• Architectural Presence: Upright, vase-shaped habit anchors designs.
• High Contrast: Wide gold-to-cream margins frame cool blue-green centers.
• Durable Leaves: Thick substance resists summer wear.
• Design Versatility: Impressive solo or massed in large drifts.
• Low Care: Modest feeding and simple cleanup for season-long impact.

Plant in amended, moisture-retentive soil with afternoon shade and steady irrigation to showcase its monumental leaves and elegant midsummer bloom.