Hosta Christmas Pageant

Christmas Pageant Hosta

Hosta 'Christmas Pageant' — a medium to large variegated hosta prized for its broad creamy white to pale yellow centers bordered by rich green margins. The broad leaves have good substance and a slightly corrugated surface, forming a full mound that brightens shaded gardens throughout the season. Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal interest while the foliage remains the main ornamental feature.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 30–40 in
Height: 18–22 in (to ~28 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Dense, mounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade; best center color in filtered shade

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

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Its bright center variegation makes it excellent for woodland gardens, shade borders, foundation beds, and mixed hosta collections. Pairs especially well with blue hostas, dark green foliage plants, and ferns for strong contrast.

Care:
Maintain evenly moist soil and mulch annually to conserve moisture. Protect pale centers from strong afternoon sun to prevent scorch. Remove spent flower stalks after bloom and clean old foliage in early spring. Divide mature clumps every few years if needed. 🌿

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-22''

Width

30-40"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Dark Green, White

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Dense, Mounded

Drought tolerant

No