Autumn Frost hosta
Hosta 'Autumn Frost'
RHS AGM 2018
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Pale lavender
- Soil types
- Loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Autumn Frost' hosta (Hosta 'Autumn Frost') is a perennial for borders, shade gardens, ground cover, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist, loamy or clay soil. Pale lavender flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Plants reach 12 to 18 inches tall and spread 18 to 24 inches.
Pairs well with Lungwort, Bridal Crown daffodil, and Little Hottie panicle hydrangea.