Hosta Aspen Gold

Aspen Gold Hosta

Hosta ‘Aspen Gold’ — commonly known as Aspen Gold Hosta — is a medium-sized perennial valued for its bright golden-yellow foliage that brings strong color to shaded gardens. The heart-shaped leaves emerge vivid gold in spring and hold their bright tone well through summer, especially with some morning sun. Pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal interest and contrast against the luminous leaves.

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 2–3 ft
Height: 1–2 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Mounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun for best color

Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil with organic matter

Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Flowers attract hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for shade borders, woodland gardens, edging, containers, and brightening darker planting areas. Golden foliage provides strong contrast with blue or green hostas nearby.

Care: Keep soil evenly moist during hot weather to prevent leaf scorch. Divide in spring or early fall when clumps become crowded. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. 🌿✨

Plant type

Perennial

Height

1-2'

Width

2-3'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

White

Fall color

Yellow Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Low Mounding

Drought tolerant

No