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

Valerie's Vanity Hosta

Hosta x hybrida 'Valerie's Vanity'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hostas are herbaceous perennials grown primarily for their beautiful foliage. They come in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and colors, from blue-gray to green to chartreuse, often with variegation. They produce spikes of lily-like, bell-shaped flowers in summer.

A sport of 'June Fever', this cultivar features heart-shaped, blue-green leaves with a wide, irregular margin that emerges chartreuse-yellow and lightens to creamy white. Lavender, bell-shaped flowers appear in mid-summer on scapes rising above the foliage mound.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides attractive, variegated foliage year-round in shaded gardens.

Suppresses weeds and retains soil moisture in shady spots.

Supports pollinators with early spring blooms.

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

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moist, humid environments

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Eastern Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late spring

In flower about 11 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Tuck hosta roots 1 inch deep into prepared soil
Water thoroughly after planting
Apply mulch to retain moisture
Divide every 3-4 years in early spring
Fertilize with balanced fertilizer in early spring
Remove spent flowers to promote foliage

Pro Tip

Plant in well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade for best results.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture
Divide in early spring to rejuvenate

Don't

Avoid full sun exposure which can scorch leaves ❌
Don't let the soil dry out completely
Avoid over-fertilizing which can cause floppy growth

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded border with variegated foliageCool-toned groundcoverSilver-foliaged accent plant

Companion Plants

AstilbeFerns Heuchera LigulariaJapanese painted fern

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Valerie's Vanity Hosta questions

What zones can Valerie's Vanity Hosta grow in?

Valerie's Vanity 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 Valerie's Vanity Hosta deer resistant?

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

When does Valerie's Vanity Hosta bloom?

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

Does Valerie's Vanity Hosta need full sun?

Valerie's Vanity Hosta does best in part shade.