White Christmas hosta

Hosta 'White Christmas'

PerennialAsparagaceae

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantSalt tolerantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles partial sun to full shade

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size12 to 18 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide

Bloom season: Summer
Bloom color: Lavender

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenLow maintenancePollinator gardenRock gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'White Christmas' hosta (Hosta 'White Christmas') is a perennial for borders, shade gardens, and low maintenance beds. 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 and hummingbirds. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. It also tolerates salt.

Pairs well with Blue wood aster, Alertie peony, and Emerald Green arborvitae.

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