Garden hybrid

This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

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perennial

'Midas Touch' Hosta

Hosta x hybrida 'Midas Touch'

The Story

Plant Bio

A clump-forming perennial featuring thick, heavily corrugated, heart-shaped golden leaves with irregular blue-green margins. In summer, it produces bell-shaped, pale lavender flowers on scapes rising above the foliage.

Notable for its vibrant, puckered golden foliage that provides excellent texture and color in shade gardens. The thick leaves (substance) also offer better resistance to slugs compared to many other hosta varieties.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush, attractive foliage year-round, especially in shaded gardens.

Suppresses weeds with groundcover growth, requiring minimal care.

Supports shade-loving beneficial insects and provides habitat.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Perennial

Height

16 inches

Width

30 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium

Humidity

Average

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a shaded spot with well-draining soil.
Tuck mature plants into prepared soil, spacing 18-24 inches apart.
Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Mist occasionally during dry spells to keep soil moist.
Divide every 3-4 years in early spring for best growth.

Pro Tip

Plant in partial to full shade for best foliage color and health.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Mulch annually to conserve moisture
Divide in early spring to rejuvenate

Don't

Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves ❌
Over-fertilize, which can cause lush but weak growth
Ignore drainage issues, which can lead to root rot

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Divide
Fertilize
Mulch
Pest Check
Spring Cleanup
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded woodland garden borderSilver-foliaged groundcoverElegant shaded patio container

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbe HeucheraJapanese painted fern Ligularia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

'Midas Touch' Hosta questions

What zones can 'Midas Touch' Hosta grow in?

'Midas Touch' Hosta is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is 'Midas Touch' Hosta deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse 'Midas Touch' Hosta, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does 'Midas Touch' Hosta bloom?

'Midas Touch' Hosta typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does 'Midas Touch' Hosta need full sun?

'Midas Touch' Hosta does best in part shade.