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perennial

Lakeside Symphony Hostas

Hosta x hybrida 'Lakeside Symphony'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Lakeside Symphony' is a perennial shade-loving plant with broad, variegated leaves displaying shades of green and cream, and it produces tall spikes of bell-shaped lavender flowers in summer.

This cultivar is prized for its striking variegation and elegant, upright flower spikes, making it a popular choice for shaded garden borders and containers.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides striking variegated foliage and lavender blooms, enhancing shaded garden areas.

Helps suppress weeds with dense growth and adds organic matter when composted.

Supports pollinators like bees and attracts beneficial insects.

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

18 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Consistent moisture

Humidity

Prefers moderate humidity

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 young plants into holes twice as wide as root balls.
Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
Water consistently to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Divide every 3–4 years in early spring for best growth.

Pro Tip

Add organic compost to improve soil fertility and drainage.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
Mulch to conserve moisture
Divide in early spring to promote healthy growth
Deadhead spent foliage for a tidy look

Don't

Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
Don’t expose to direct afternoon sun
Refrain from heavy fertilization in fall
Don’t ignore pest signs

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded woodland borderSilver-foliaged hedgeCool-toned container display

Companion Plants

Fern Astilbe HeucheraJapanese painted fern Bleeding heart

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Lakeside Symphony Hostas questions

What zones can Lakeside Symphony Hostas grow in?

Lakeside Symphony Hostas 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 Lakeside Symphony Hostas deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Lakeside Symphony Hostas, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Lakeside Symphony Hostas bloom?

Lakeside Symphony Hostas 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 Lakeside Symphony Hostas need full sun?

Lakeside Symphony Hostas does best in part shade.