Hosta 'Hyacinthina'

Fortunei Hyacinthina Plantain Lily, Hosta, Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Hyacinthina' — a large, vigorous green hosta valued for its broad, slightly glossy medium-green leaves and graceful arching habit. The leaves are broad and lightly textured, forming a substantial mound that brings reliable mass and structure to shaded gardens. Lavender flowers appear on tall scapes in midsummer, often blooming generously above the foliage and giving this classic hosta additional 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, arching mound

Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates 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, mass plantings, foundation beds, and shaded borders. Its broad green foliage serves as an excellent background for variegated or blue hostas and combines well with ferns and other large shade perennials.

Care:
Provide fertile soil and regular moisture for best growth. Mulch annually to maintain cool root conditions. Remove spent flower scapes after bloom and clean away old foliage in early spring. Divide mature clumps when needed to maintain vigor or expand plantings. 🌿

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-30"

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Lavender, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

White

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Normal, Rich

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Arching, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No