Looking like a bundle of snowy feathers, this hosta's elongated leaves emerge creamy white in spring and gradually turn green, starting from the veins. During the transformation the leaves have a striking, delicately lined appearance. A truly unique hosta.

Scientific Name: Hosta 'White Feathers'

Common Name: White Feathers Hosta

Garden Size: 8 inches tall by 12 inches wide; scape height 20-26 inches

Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Zone: 3-9

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Water & Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Habit (Form): Mounding

Foliage: Elongated, lance-shaped leaves emerge creamy white in spring. As the season progresses, green veins creep into the leaves, gradually changing their color to spring green. This hosta prefers some sun exposure.

Flowers: Lavender, tube-shaped flowers that grow on 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: IV-7/8 (Small Leaved, Streaked or Mottled/Other)

Parentage: Sport of H. ‘Undulata’