This dreamy hosta has rounded, saucer-like leaves with a corrugated texture. Blue-green leaves showcase a plume of creamy yellow at their centers that emanates from the leaf base. In summer, near-white flowers on pale scapes crown this elegant specimen.

Scientific Name: Hosta 'Dream Weaver'

Common Name: Dream Weaver Hosta

Garden Size: 18 inches tall by 30 inches wide; scape height 25-36 inches

Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Zone: 3-9

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Water & Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Habit (Form): Mounding

Foliage: Large, rounded, corrugated leaves with blue-green margins and narrow, yellow to ivory centers. The light-colored center variegation is highly streaked or feathered, emanating from the base of the leaf. The color of this variegated portion lightens with increased sun exposure.

Flowers: Near white, bell-shaped flowers that grow on pale scapes above the foliage. Blooms early to mid summer.

Plant Origin: East Asia, primarily Japan and Korea. Most commercially available hostas are hybrids.

Wildlife Support: Hummingbirds and some bees enjoy the flowers. A favorite treat for our local deer.

Fertilizing: Apply compost in early spring before new growth emerges.

Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks to encourage new growth; trim back damaged or yellowing leaves as needed. Leave the leaves over the winter and wait until early spring to clean up.

ASPCA Toxicity flags (see their site for details): Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Uses: Ideal for shade gardens, woodland borders, and container plantings.

AHS Classification: II-6a (Large Leaved; Green or Blue Margined; Yellow, White or Chartreuse Center)

Parentage: Sport of H. ‘Great Expectations’