Hosta x hybrida 'Sunny Day'
perennial

Hosta Sunny Day

Hosta x hybrida 'Sunny Day'

$20.00

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Sunny Day' is a deciduous perennial known for its broad, lush foliage and elegant, bell-shaped lavender flowers that bloom in summer. It is valued for its attractive, variegated leaves and shade tolerance.

This cultivar is distinguished by its bright, sunny-yellow variegation on the foliage, which remains vibrant through the growing season, adding luminous color to shaded garden areas.

Uses & Benefits:

Ornamental UsesLush foliage and attractive variegation make hostas ideal for shaded garden borders and containers.
Practical UsesProvides ground cover and soil erosion control in shady areas.
Ecological BenefitsSupports beneficial insects and offers habitat for small wildlife.
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

12 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moist conditions

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late summer

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In flower about 2 months of the year

Marketplace

Where to Buy

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Planting

How to Grow

  1. Tuck hosta rhizomes into well-draining soil in early spring.
  2. Water thoroughly after planting to settle soil around roots.
  3. Place in partial shade for optimal growth.
  4. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  5. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer.
  6. Divide every 3–4 years in early spring or fall.

Pro Tip

Ensure shade and moist, well-drained soil for best foliage and blooms.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

  • Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
  • Apply mulch to retain soil moisture
  • Divide in early spring or fall

Don't

  • Avoid overexposure to direct sun ❌
  • Do not let soil dry out completely
  • Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils

Seasonal Care Calendar

TaskJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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 border with lavender foliageGroundcover in woodland gardens

Companion Plants

ferns astilbes heucheras solomon's seal ferns

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Sunny Day questions

What zones can Hosta Sunny Day grow in?

Hosta Sunny Day 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 Hosta Sunny Day deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Sunny Day bloom?

Hosta Sunny Day 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 Hosta Sunny Day need full sun?

Hosta Sunny Day does best in part shade.

Keep exploring

Grow Hosta Sunny Day with confidence

See it in a design of your actual yard, get zone-matched care reminders, and track it season by season in your garden journal.