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If you're searching for a shade-loving showstopper that thrives in New Zealand gardens, the hosta perennial is a perfect choice. Renowned for its handsome foliage and lush texture, the hosta perennial makes a stunning addition to any shady border or woodland garden. Available in a wide range of colours and leaf shapes, hostas are both low-maintenance and highly versatile, making them a favourite for gardeners who want year-after-year beauty with minimal effort.

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Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

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Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' is a compact perennial prized for its rounded blue green foliage and tidy growth habit. It is an excellent choice for adding texture and colour to shaded gardens throughout New Zealand.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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Francoa 'Flower Girl'

Francoa 'Flower Girl' is a graceful perennial that produces elegant spikes of delicate flowers from late spring through summer. Its attractive clumps of lush green foliage provide year round interest, while the blooms add height, movement, and charm to borders and cottage gardens.

From $17.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven'

Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' is a stunning perennial admired for its finely divided variegated foliage and clusters of soft lavender blue bell...

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Neomarica northiana

Neomarica northiana (Walking Iris) is a graceful evergreen perennial prized for its striking iris like blue and white flowers and elegant fans of...

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Francoa 'Starry Eyes'

Francoa 'Starry Eyes' is an elegant perennial that produces graceful spikes of delicate flowers from late spring through summer. Its lush green...

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Heuchera 'Apple Crisp' plants with lush green foliage.
Heuchera 'Apple Crisp'

Heuchera 'Apple Crisp' is a compact evergreen perennial admired for its bright lime green ruffled foliage that adds year round colour and texture to...

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Clivia miniata (Natal Lily)

Clivia miniata (Natal Lily) is a striking evergreen perennial admired for its bold dark green strap like foliage and vibrant clusters of orange...

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Hosta 'Francee' plants with lush green foliage edged with white.
Hosta 'Francee'

Hosta 'Francee' is a classic shade loving perennial valued for its deep green leaves edged with crisp white margins. Well suited to New Zealand...

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Hosta 'Purple Heart'

Hosta 'Purple Heart' is an attractive perennial valued for its lush green foliage and distinctive purple toned leaf stems that add extra colour and...

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Hosta 'Blue Angel'

Hosta 'Blue Angel' is a magnificent perennial prized for its enormous blue grey leaves that create a bold architectural statement in shaded gardens...

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Hosta 'First Frost' plant with blue and yellow variegated leaves.
Hosta 'First Frost'

Hosta 'First Frost' is a stunning shade loving perennial prized for its blue green foliage edged with creamy white margins that become brighter as...

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Hosta 'Great Expectations' plant with green and yellow variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Great Expectations'

Hosta 'Great Expectations' is a magnificent shade loving perennial valued for its large blue green leaves with broad margins surrounding a creamy...

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Hosta 'Stained Glass'

Hosta 'Stained Glass' is a spectacular shade loving perennial admired for its large golden leaves with rich green margins that brighten shaded...

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Hosta 'Blue Mammoth'

Hosta 'Blue Mammoth' is an impressive perennial valued for its very large blue green leaves and bold, architectural presence. The broad foliage forms...

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Hosta 'Colour Glory' plant.
Hosta 'Colour Glory'

Hosta 'Colour Glory' is a stunning perennial known for its bold blue green leaves edged with creamy yellow. It adds vibrant contrast and texture to...

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Hosta 'Aphrodite' plant with lush, green foliage.
Hosta 'Aphrodite'

Hosta 'Aphrodite' is a beautiful perennial known for its lush green foliage and fragrant white flowers that bloom in late summer. It adds elegance...

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Hosta 'Fire And Ice' plant.
Hosta 'Fire and Ice'

Hosta 'Fire and Ice' is a striking perennial known for its bold white leaves edged with deep green. It brings strong contrast and brightness to...

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Hosta 'Golden Falls'

Hosta 'Golden Falls' is an attractive perennial valued for its bright golden foliage and graceful mound forming habit. The broad leaves bring warmth...

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Hosta 'Hadspen Blue' plant with blue foliage.
Hosta 'Hadspen Blue'

Hosta 'Hadspen Blue' is a beautiful shade loving perennial grown for its thick blue green foliage that adds colour and texture to New Zealand gardens...

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Hosta 'Fire Island' plant.
Hosta 'Fire Island'

Hosta 'Fire Island' is a striking perennial known for its bright yellow leaves contrasted by red stems. It brings vibrant colour to shaded areas in...

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Hosta 'Pizzazz' plant with blue and white variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Pizzazz'

Hosta 'Pizzazz' is a striking shade loving perennial grown for its bold variegated foliage that brings colour, texture, and elegance to New Zealand...

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Hosta 'St Elmo's Fire' plant with yellow-green foliage.
Hosta 'St Elmo's Fire'

Hosta 'St Elmo's Fire' is an eye catching shade loving perennial that adds brilliant foliage colour and texture to New Zealand gardens from spring...

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Hosta 'Queen Josephine' plant with variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Queen Josephine'

Hosta 'Queen Josephine' is an elegant shade loving perennial that brings outstanding colour and texture to New Zealand gardens. Its attractive...

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Hosta 'Wide Brim'

Hosta 'Wide Brim' is an attractive perennial valued for its broad, heart shaped leaves with blue green centres and contrasting creamy yellow margins...

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Hosta 'Brim Cup' plant with variegated foliage.
Hosta 'Brim Cup'

Hosta 'Brim Cup' is a compact perennial known for its blue green leaves edged with creamy yellow that mature to soft cream. It brings gentle contrast...

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Hosta Elegans'

Hosta 'Elegans', commonly known as Plantain Lily, is a classic shade perennial prized for its large blue green leaves and bold, textured form. It...

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Hosta 'Dew Drop'

Hosta 'Dew Drop' is a charming perennial known for its soft green foliage edged with creamy white. It brings a fresh, bright look to shaded areas in...

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Hosta 'Guacamole' plant with two-tone green coloured foliage.
Hosta 'Guacamole'

Hosta 'Guacamole' is a standout shade loving perennial admired for its large glossy green leaves with bright golden centres that become more vibrant...

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Hosta 'Earth Angel' plant with blue and yellow leaves.
Hosta 'Earth Angel'

Hosta 'Earth Angel' is a spectacular shade loving perennial admired for its large blue green leaves with broad creamy white margins. It brings...

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Hosta 'Golden Tiara' plant with green leaves edged wth yellow.
Hosta 'Golden Tiara'

Hosta 'Golden Tiara' is a compact perennial admired for its lush green leaves edged with golden yellow margins. Perfect for New Zealand gardens, it...

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Hosta univittata plants with lush green leaves, striped with white.
Hosta undulata univittata

Hosta undulata univittata is a classic shade loving perennial valued for its wavy green leaves marked with a creamy white central stripe. Well suited...

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Hosta 'Blazing Saddles' plant with cream and green variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Blazing Saddles'

Hosta 'Blazing Saddles' is a striking foliage perennial that adds bold colour and texture to shaded gardens across New Zealand. Its attractive leaves...

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Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

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Why Grow Hosta Perennials?

Hosta perennials are celebrated for their reliability and long lifespan. Once established, hostas return every spring, producing full, mounded clumps of dramatic leaves that can range from rich blues to crisp greens and even creamy variegation. Their substantial foliage creates dynamic contrasts in the garden and offers softening effects to hardscapes or companion plants. In summer, tall spikes of violet or white flowers add an extra layer of charm and attract pollinators like bees.

Choosing the Perfect Hosta

With so many varieties, it can be hard to pick just one hosta perennial. For classic elegance, Hosta 'Francee' stuns with its deep green leaves edged in white, brightening even the shadiest spot. Fans of unique hues will love Hosta Hadspen Blue, which brings a soothing blue tone to your beds. For garden drama, Hosta Pizzazz lives up to its name with vibrant variegation and bold form, while Hosta Great Expectations offers large, textured leaves and striking colour contrast. If you prefer crisp, modern looks, Hosta Loyalist features brilliant white centres edged with dark green.

Planting and Care Tips

Hosta perennials are easy to plant and even easier to grow. Choose a site with fertile, well-drained soil and partial to full shade, as strong sun can scorch their leaves. Dig in organic matter like compost before planting to improve moisture retention. Keep your hostas well-watered through dry spells and apply a mulch to suppress weeds and protect roots. Slugs and snails can be an issue, so keep an eye out and take action early with barriers or natural deterrents.

For lush growth, feed hosta perennials with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring. Larger varieties make stunning specimen plants or backdrop foliage, while smaller hostas work well along paths or in pots. Divide mature clumps every few years in autumn or early spring to maintain vigour and create more plants for your garden.

Hostas for Every New Zealand Garden

Whether you're designing a serene shade garden or want an easy-care border, the hosta perennial brings enduring colour and texture year after year. Our hand-selected range includes garden favourites like Hosta 'Francee', Hosta Hadspen Blue, Hosta Pizzazz, Hosta Great Expectations, and Hosta Loyalist. Discover the perfect hosta perennial for your place and enjoy effortless beauty season after season.

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