King Tut hosta

Hosta 'King Tut'

PerennialAsparagaceae

King Tut hosta
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size9 to 12 inches tall2 to 2.5 feet wide
Bloom season
Summer
Bloom color
White

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenLow maintenancePollinator gardenRock gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'King Tut' hosta (Hosta 'King Tut') is a perennial for shade gardens, borders, 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. White flowers appear from early to late summer and are fragrant. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit the blooms. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by.

Pairs well with Canadian white violet, Alertie peony, and Canada wild rye.