Chinese Sunrise hosta
Hosta 'Chinese Sunrise'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Light purple
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Chinese Sunrise' hosta (Hosta 'Chinese Sunrise') is a perennial for borders, shade gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average moisture. It bears fragrant, light purple blooms from early to late summer. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit the flowers. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Blue wood aster, Sorbet peony, and Canada wild rye.