Hosta 'Sagae' Aka. Fluctuans 'Variegated'

Sagae Variegated Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Sagae' (also known as Fluctuans 'Variegated') — a large, award-winning hosta prized for its impressive upright vase-shaped habit and broad gray-green to blue-green leaves edged with creamy yellow that often matures to ivory. The long, slightly wavy leaves arch gracefully from tall petioles, creating strong architectural form and movement in shaded gardens. Pale lavender flowers rise high above the foliage in midsummer, adding elegant seasonal interest.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 5–6 ft
Height: 28–36 in (to ~48 in in flower)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Large, upright vase-shaped clump

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:
One of the finest large specimen hostas for woodland gardens, focal points, foundation plantings, and large shade borders. Its size, upright form, and bold variegation make it especially effective as a structural anchor in shade designs. Thick leaves provide excellent slug resistance.

Care:
Provide rich soil and consistent moisture for best growth. Morning sun can intensify margin color, but avoid strong afternoon heat. Remove spent flower stalks after bloom and clean old foliage in early spring. Allow mature clumps ample room to

Plant type

Perennial

Height

28-36"

Width

5-6'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Fall color

Dark Green, Yellow

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Upright, Vase Shaped

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No