Undulata Variegata hosta

Hosta 'Undulata Variegata'

PerennialAsparagaceae

Undulata Variegata hosta
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Summer
Bloom color
Lavender

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenLow maintenancePollinator gardenRock gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Undulata Variegata' hosta (Hosta 'Undulata Variegata') 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. Fragrant lavender flowers open from early to late summer and attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. The clump grows 12 to 24 inches tall and wide.

Pairs well with Siberian bugloss, Alertie peony, and Autumn crocus.