Hosta Gold Regal

Gold Regal Hosta

Hosta 'Gold Regal' — a large gold hosta prized for its upright vase-shaped habit and broad golden-yellow leaves. The foliage emerges chartreuse and matures to rich gold through summer, especially with some morning sun, while the upright form gives the plant strong architectural presence in shaded gardens. Pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal interest while the bold foliage remains the primary ornamental feature.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 24–30 in (to ~40 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Upright, vase-shaped mound

Light: Partial shade to full shade; morning sun deepens gold color

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

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
A bold specimen hosta for woodland gardens, large shade borders, foundation beds, and focal points. Its upright gold foliage contrasts especially well with blue hostas, dark green foliage plants, and ferns.

Care:
Provide rich soil and consistent moisture for best growth. Morning sun improves gold coloration, but avoid strong afternoon heat. Remove spent flower stalks after bloom and clean old foliage in early spring. Mature clumps improve with age and need little division. 

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-30"

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Fall color

Yellow Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained, Normal, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Mounded, Upright, Vase Shaped

Drought tolerant

No