Striking banana-yellow leaves each display a blue-green shape at their center that resembles a feather or tuft of fur. This mound of smooth, light-edged, heart-shaped leaves really stands out amidst darker foliage, and pairs well with brightly colored flowers.

Scientific Name: Hosta 'Autumn Frost' PP 23224

Common Name: Autumn Frost Hosta, Shadowland Autumn Frost Hosta

Garden Size: 12-20 inches tall by 24-28 inches wide; scape height 12-16 inches

Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Zone: 3-9

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Water & Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Habit (Form): Mounding

Foliage: Small, smooth, heart-shaped leaves with blue-green centers and wide, yellow margins that mature to creamy white. The transition between colors is irregular, with a streaked or tufted appearance. The leaves are slightly cupped with a frosted, matte surface.

Flowers: Pale lavender, 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: IV-5b (Small Leaved, Yellow Margined, Green to Blue Center)

Parentage: Sport of H. 'First Frost'

Notes: Part of the Shadowland collection of hostas from Proven Winners.