Hosta 'Aureo Marginata' (fortunei) #1

Aureo marginata Hosta

Hosta fortunei ‘Aureo Marginata’ — commonly known as Aureo Marginata Hosta — is a large, vigorous perennial valued for its rich green leaves edged with broad golden-yellow margins that soften to creamy yellow as the season progresses. The slightly arching foliage forms a substantial mound with graceful texture, and pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer on tall scapes, adding vertical interest.

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 2–2.5 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Large, arching mounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun

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 woodland gardens, shade borders, specimen planting, and massing. Strong gold-edged variegation provides dependable contrast and brightens shaded landscapes.

Care: Maintain even soil moisture during dry weather for best foliage quality. Divide in spring or early fall when clumps become crowded. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. 🌿✨

Plant type

Perennial

Height

2-2.5'

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Summer

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Clump, Mounded

Drought tolerant

No