Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata'

Fortunei Aureomarginata Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata' — a large, classic variegated hosta valued for its broad deep green leaves edged in bright golden-yellow margins that often soften to creamy yellow as the season progresses. This vigorous perennial forms a broad, arching mound with slightly rippled, heart-shaped foliage that creates strong contrast in shade gardens. Pale lavender to light purple flowers appear on tall scapes in midsummer, rising well above the foliage and adding seasonal interest.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 24–30 in (to ~36 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Broad, mounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates some morning sun

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
A dependable large hosta for woodland gardens, shade borders, mass plantings, and specimen use. Its bold gold-edged foliage provides strong contrast with blue hostas, ferns, and other shade perennials. Excellent for filling large shaded spaces and remains highly durable over many years.

Care:
Plant in fertile, moisture-retentive soil and mulch to conserve moisture. Morning sun can enhance margin color, but avoid hot afternoon exposure. Remove spent flower scapes after bloom and clean old foliage in spring before new growth begins. Divide mature clumps every few years if needed. 🌿

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-30"

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Clump, Mounded

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No