Scientific Name: Hosta 'Sunhosta' PP 21730

Common Name: Sunhosta Hosta, also known as Host Sun 08

Garden Size: 22-24 inches tall by 20-50 inches wide

Growth Rate: Most hostas have a moderate to fast growth rate.

USDA Zone: 4-10

Exposure: Partial to full sun

Water & Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Habit (Form): Mounding

Foliage: A dense mound of small, pointed, green leaves with narrow, creamy white margins. The leaves are glossy and have somewhat wavy edges. 'Sunhosta' is highly sun tolerant for a hosta, and more sun exposure encourages brighter white margins. It has a very low cold requirement, surviving even in climates like southern Florida where frosts are very rare.

Flowers: Near white, tube-shaped flowers that grow on scapes above the foliage. Blooms mid to late 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: Unregistered

Parentage: Sport of H. 'So Sweet'