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If you're looking to create a striking display of lush foliage in your garden, exploring different hosta varieties is the perfect place to start. Hostas are renowned for their varied leaf shapes, stunning colour palettes, and reliable hardiness, making them a popular choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and containers throughout New Zealand. Whether you're an avid collector or just beginning to discover these shade-loving perennials, there are hosta varieties suited to every taste and garden style.

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Hosta 'Dew Drop'

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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 New Zealand gardens and is well suited to smaller spaces. This attractive hosta is ideal for borders, containers, or underplanting. Its compact habit and clean variegation make it a popular choice for adding texture and contrast in low light areas.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 15 cm
Spread: 20 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Hosta Stained Glass

Hosta Stained Glass features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises large and glossy, bright yellow leaves with a dark green margin...

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

Hosta First Frost is a stunning variety with amazing, lush foliage. The foliage comprises blue-green leaves with a wide, yellow margin. White...

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

Hosta Hadspen Blue features leaves that are broad, blue-grey, and have a powdered finish. In summer, bell shaped, lilac flowers are borne atop short...

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

Hosta Pizzazz features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises large, dark green leaves with a wide, cream margin. White, bell-like...

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

Hosta Great Expectations features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises light yellow leaves with a wide, dark green margin. In...

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

Hosta Earth Angel features foliage that is blue-green with a wide, yellow margin. In summer, lavender flowers are borne atop tall stems which are...

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Hosta Purple Heart

Hosta Purple Heart features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises lime-green leaves held on dark stems. Violet-purple flowers are...

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Hosta Golden Falls

The Hosta Golden Falls plant features rounded that are yellow with a lime-green undertone. In summer bell-shaped, lilac flowers appear and are held...

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

Hosta Blazing Saddles is a stunning variety grown for its lush foliage and lovely flowers. The foliage comprises dark green leaves with a wide...

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

Hosta Guacamole is grown for its lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises avocado green coloured leaves with stripes of light and dark...

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Hosta Blue Angel

Hosta Blue Angel is grown for its lush foliage and lovely flowers. The foliage comprises large, textured, blue-grey leaves. In summer, white flowers...

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Hosta Blue Mouse Ears

Hosta Blue Mouse Ears is a miniature variety that features blue-green leaves with a powdery appearance. The foliage is complemented with...

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Hosta Wide Brim

Hosta Wide Brim is grown for its lush and variegated foliage. The bold and glossy leaves are dark green-blue with a large cream-yellow margin...

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

Hosta Queen Josephine is a stunning variety due to its lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises large and glossy, dark green leaves...

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Hosta Blue Mammoth

Hosta Blue Mammoth is grown for its lush and attractive foliage. The bold and glossy leaves are powdery blue with a chiffon-like texture. The foliage...

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Hosta 'So Sweet'

Hosta 'So Sweet' is a charming variegated hosta with glossy green leaves edged in creamy white and fragrant summer flowers that add extra appeal...

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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 'Twilight' plant with lush foliage.
Hosta 'Twilight'

Hosta 'Twilight' is a striking variegated hosta with blue green leaves edged in creamy yellow that bring contrast and brightness to shaded NZ...

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Hosta 'Minuteman'

Hosta 'Minuteman' is a bold and elegant hosta featuring deep green leaves edged with crisp white margins that bring strong contrast to shaded NZ...

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Hosta 'Sagae' plant with green and cream variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Sagae'

Hosta 'Sagae' is a large and impressive hosta with striking blue green leaves edged with golden margins, making it a standout in shaded NZ gardens...

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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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Colourful foliage on a Hosta 'Lemon and Lime' plant.
Hosta ''Lemon and Lime'

Hosta 'Lemon and Lime' is grown for its yellow and lime coloured foliage. The leaves are heart-shaped and have a somewhat wavy appearance. This...

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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 'Sum and Substance' plant with yellow foliage.
Hosta 'Sum and Substance'

Hosta 'Sum and Substance' is a bold and dramatic hosta prized for its large chartreuse to golden leaves that bring vibrant colour and scale to shaded...

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

Hosta St Elmo’s Fire features lush foliage and pretty flowers. The foliage comprises large and glossy, upright, lime-yellow leaves with a wide, cream...

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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 '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 'Krossa Regal' plants with lush, blue leaves.
Hosta 'Krossa Regal'

Hosta 'Krossa Regal' is a striking upright hosta known for its large blue green leaves and elegant vase shaped form. This variety brings height and...

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Hosta 'Little Sunspot' plant with green and yellow variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Little Sunspot'

Hosta 'Little Sunspot' is a compact and eye catching variety with bright golden foliage that lights up shaded NZ gardens. Its smaller size makes it...

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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 'Dew Drop'

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Discovering Hosta Varieties

Hostas come in a dazzling range of sizes, from petite accents to dramatic giants, each offering unique colour patterns and leaf textures. Some popular hosta varieties are known for their large, architectural leaves, while others boast compact growth and intricate markings. The adaptability and low-maintenance nature of hostas add to their appeal, perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.

Standout Hosta Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

When considering which hosta varieties to add to your garden, it's helpful to focus on both their aesthetic features and growth habits. Here are a few exceptional options available at our nursery:

How to Use Hosta Varieties in Your Landscape

With their versatile foliage and tidy growth habits, hosta varieties can be used in a range of garden designs. Plant them beneath deciduous trees where their bold leaves fill in after the spring bulb displays. Mix different hosta varieties to create a tapestry of greens, blues, and golds, or use smaller varieties to edge pathways and frame larger specimens. Hostas also pair beautifully with ferns, astilbes, and hellebores for layered, textural planting schemes in shade gardens.

Caring for Hosta Varieties

Most hosta varieties thrive in moist, well-drained soils and perform best in shaded or partially shaded spots. Regular mulching and consistent watering will keep them looking their best, while dividing clumps every few years helps maintain their vigour. With minimal care, your chosen hosta varieties will reward you with years of lush, vibrant growth.

Hosta varieties offer year-round interest and adaptability, making them a cherished staple for Kiwi gardeners. Visit our nursery to explore these featured hosta varieties and find the perfect additions for your garden.

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