Maui Buttercups Hostas
Hosta x hybrida 'Maui Buttercups'
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
Average
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Asia
Toxicity
Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.
The Story
Plant Bio
Hosta x hybrida 'Maui Buttercups' is a shade-loving perennial distinguished by broad, lush foliage with a golden-yellow hue and elegant lavender flowers that emerge in summer, creating a soft, ornamental display. This cultivar is prized for its vibrant, butter-yellow leaves that maintain their bright coloration throughout the season and its excellent performance in shaded garden conditions.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Choose a shaded or partially shaded spot for planting.
- Tuck young plants into well-draining, moist soil.
- Mist cuttings regularly to encourage root growth.
- Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
- Water consistently during dry spells for healthy growth.
- Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Pro Tip
Ensure soil remains consistently moist for best foliage development.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods 🌱
- Apply mulch annually to conserve moisture
- Divide in early spring to rejuvenate
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don't expose to direct, hot afternoon sun
- Refrain from using heavy, clay soils without amendment
Seasonal Care Calendar
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Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Maui Buttercups Hostas questions
What zones can Maui Buttercups Hostas grow in?
Maui Buttercups 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 Maui Buttercups Hostas deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Maui Buttercups Hostas, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Maui Buttercups Hostas bloom?
Maui Buttercups Hostas typically blooms in early summer through mid-summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Maui Buttercups Hostas need full sun?
Maui Buttercups Hostas does best in part shade.
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