Hosta Fan Dance

Plantain Lily Hosta Fan Dance

Hosta 'Fan Dance' — a medium-sized variegated hosta valued for its creamy yellow to pale ivory centers bordered by green margins, with leaves arranged in a graceful layered mound that gives a fan-like appearance. The broad foliage brightens through the season, creating strong contrast and movement in shaded gardens. Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal color while the foliage remains the primary ornamental feature.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 24–30 in
Height: 12–16 in (to ~22 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Dense, arching mound

Light: Partial shade to full shade; morning sun may intensify center color

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 and graceful habit make it useful for woodland gardens, edging, shade borders, and mixed hosta collections. Pairs well with blue hostas, dark green foliage plants, and ferns for 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

12-15''

Width

24-30"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Dense, Mounded

Drought tolerant

No