Hosta 'Wolverine'

Hosta

Hosta 'Wolverine' — a medium-sized variegated hosta prized for its narrow blue-green leaves edged with broad creamy yellow to ivory margins. The elongated leaves arch gracefully outward, creating a flowing mound with strong contrast and movement in shaded gardens. Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal color while the foliage remains the main ornamental feature.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 30–36 in
Height: 14–18 in (to ~24 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Graceful, arching mound

Light: Partial shade to full shade; morning sun tolerated

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

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Its blue-green foliage with bright margins makes it excellent for woodland gardens, shade borders, edging, and mixed hosta collections. Pairs especially well with gold hostas, darker green foliage plants, and ferns. Thick leaves offer moderate slug resistance.

Care:
Maintain evenly moist soil and mulch annually to conserve moisture. Protect pale margins from strong afternoon sun. 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

14-18"

Width

30-36"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Late Summer

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Clay, Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Mounded

Drought tolerant

No