LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Blue-green
GROWTH HABIT
Clump forming
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non GMO
PLANT TYPE
Ornamental
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
35 to 60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Partial
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
3 to 9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
45 to 60 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5 to 1 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Cool
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Autumn Frost different from solid green hostas?
What makes Autumn Frost different from solid green hostas?
Variegated foliage provides season-long contrast, making it attractive even when flowers are not present.
Can it brighten shaded corners?
Can it brighten shaded corners?
Yes. Light-colored leaf margins help illuminate partially shaded planting areas.
Which plants pair well with Autumn Frost hosta?
Which plants pair well with Autumn Frost hosta?
Ferns, heucheras, astilbes, and Japanese forest grass create elegant shade combinations.
Does it provide texture beneath trees?
Does it provide texture beneath trees?
Yes. Broad leaves create lush ground-level texture beneath deciduous trees and shrubs.
Can it be grown in decorative patio pots?
Can it be grown in decorative patio pots?
Yes. Large containers showcase the attractive variegated foliage in shaded outdoor spaces.
Do the flowers attract pollinating insects?
Do the flowers attract pollinating insects?
The summer blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.