Hosta 'Revolution'

Revolution Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Revolution' — a distinctive medium-sized variegated hosta prized for its creamy white leaf centers heavily speckled with dark green flecking and bordered by broad green margins. The broad, slightly corrugated leaves create a dramatic mottled effect unlike most hostas, with the speckling becoming more pronounced as the plant matures. Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal interest.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 28–36 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:
Its unusual speckled foliage makes it an excellent specimen for woodland gardens, shade borders, containers, and collector hosta plantings. Pairs especially well with solid blue or dark green hostas for contrast. Thick leaves provide moderate slug resistance.

Care:
Protect pale centers from strong afternoon sun to prevent scorch. 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

16-20''

Width

28-36"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Fall color

Buff, Dark Green, Green

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Dense, Mounded, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No