Hosta 'Shade Fanfare'

Hosta, Plantain Lily, Shade Fanfare Plantain Lily

Hosta 'Shade Fanfare' — a medium-sized variegated hosta valued for its medium green leaves edged with creamy yellow to golden margins. The broad, slightly rippled foliage forms a full mound that brightens shaded gardens, with the margin color often softening lighter as the season progresses. Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in midsummer, adding soft seasonal color above the variegated leaves.

Type: Perennial

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

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Dense, mounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade; morning sun enhances margin color

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

Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
A bright dependable hosta for woodland gardens, shade borders, edging, and mixed hosta collections. Its variegation pairs well with blue hostas, darker green foliage plants, and ferns for strong contrast.

Care:
Maintain evenly moist soil and mulch annually to conserve moisture. Morning sun can improve variegation, but avoid strong afternoon heat. 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

3–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Fall color

Green, Ivory

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Dense, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No