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

Hosta Green Fountain

Q: What zones can Hosta Green Fountain grow in?

Hosta Green Fountain 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.

Q: Is Hosta Green Fountain deer resistant?

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

Q: When does Hosta Green Fountain bloom?

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

Q: Does Hosta Green Fountain need full sun?

Hosta Green Fountain does best in part shade.

Hosta x hybrida 'Green Fountain'

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The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Green Fountain' is a deciduous perennial noted for its lush, arching foliage and elegant, trumpet-shaped green flowers that bloom in summer, forming a graceful ground cover or border plant.

This cultivar is distinguished by its vibrant, bright green, fountain-like foliage that maintains a tidy, upright habit, making it particularly attractive in shaded garden settings.

Uses & Benefits:

Lush foliage provides a vibrant, textured ground cover in shaded gardens.

Helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds in shaded areas.

Provides habitat and cover for beneficial insects and pollinators.

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

20 inches

Width

38 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers humid environments

Lifespan

Many years with proper care

Native To

Eastern Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Late summer – Late fall

In flower about 4 months of the year

Marketplace

Where to Buy

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a shaded spot with well-drained soil.
Tuck young plants into the soil at the same depth as in their nursery containers.
Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Divide clumps every 3-4 years in early spring or fall for propagation.

Pro Tip

Ensure soil remains consistently moist for best foliage growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
Divide every few years for healthy growth

Don't

Avoid full sun which can scorch leaves ❌
Do not let soil dry out completely
Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Fertilize
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 shady corner

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbe Heuchera LigulariaJapanese painted fern

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions