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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 '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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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 '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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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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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 '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 '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 '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 '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 '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 '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 '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 'June' plant with variegated foliage.
Hosta 'June'

Hosta 'June' is a standout shade loving plant known for its striking variegated foliage with blue green margins and golden centres. This award...

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Hosta 'Patriot' plant with variegated leaves.
Hosta 'Patriot'

Hosta 'Patriot' is a standout variegated hosta featuring rich green leaves edged with bold white margins that instantly brighten shaded NZ gardens...

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Hosta 'Flemish Sky' plant with wavy, blue foliage.
Hosta 'Flemish Sky'

Hosta 'Flemish Sky' features impressively coloured foliage. The foliage comprises broad and wavy, intense blue leaves that are simply stunning. In...

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Hosta 'Loyalist' plant with cream and green leaves.
Hosta 'Loyalist'

Hosta 'Loyalist' is a striking variegated hosta with bold green margins and a crisp white centre that brings brightness to shaded NZ gardens. This...

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Hosta 'Pandoras Box' plant with cream and green leaves.
Hosta 'Pandoras Box'

Hosta 'Pandoras Box' is a charming miniature hosta with striking variegated foliage featuring creamy white centres edged with deep green margins...

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Hosta 'Kiwi Skyscraper' plant with blue foliage.
Hosta 'Kiwi Skyscraper'

Hosta 'Kiwi Skyscraper' is a bold upright variety that stands out with its tall habit and lush green foliage, adding height and structure to shaded...

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A blue Hosta 'Halcyon' plant.
Hosta 'Halcyon'

Hosta 'Halcyon' features nicely textured, blue-grey leaves which retain their colouring year-round. In summer, bell-shaped, lilac flowers appear and...

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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 '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 'Blue Mouse Ears'

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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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