Hosta 'Patriot'

Hosta, Patriot Plantain Lily, Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Patriot' — a classic medium-sized variegated hosta prized for its rich dark green leaves edged with broad, crisp white margins. The bold contrast remains bright through the growing season, and the slightly pointed leaves form a dense, symmetrical mound that stands out in shade gardens. Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal color to this dependable cultivar.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 30–36 in
Height: 16–20 in (to ~26 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Dense, upright mound

Light: Partial shade to full shade; best variegation in filtered shade

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

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
A widely used white-edged hosta for woodland gardens, borders, edging, containers, and mass plantings. Its crisp foliage pairs especially well with blue hostas, gold foliage plants, ferns, and astilbes. Thick leaves provide moderate slug resistance.

Care:
Protect from strong afternoon sun to prevent white margins from scorching. Maintain consistent moisture and mulch annually to keep roots cool. 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

18-22''

Width

30-36''

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender, White

Fall color

Dark Green, White

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Clay, Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Mounded, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No