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Hosta Age of Gold

Q: What zones can Hosta Age of Gold grow in?

Hosta Age of Gold is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. 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 Age of Gold deer resistant?

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

Q: When does Hosta Age of Gold bloom?

Hosta Age of Gold 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.

Q: Does Hosta Age of Gold need full sun?

Hosta Age of Gold does best in part shade.

Hosta x hybrida 'Age of Gold'

$18.00

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Age of Gold' is a deciduous perennial known for its broad, arching leaves with a striking golden-yellow variegation and tall flower spikes bearing lavender flowers in summer.

This cultivar is particularly valued for its vibrant foliage that brightens shaded gardens and its relatively vigorous growth habit.

Uses & Benefits:

Vivid variegated foliage adds brightness to shaded gardens, providing year-round visual interest.

Helps suppress weeds when used as groundcover in shaded areas.

Supports pollinators with its early summer blooms and provides habitat with dense foliage.

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

22 inches

Width

48 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moist, humid environments

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

Marketplace

Where to Buy

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Planting

How to Grow

Tuck seeds or divisions into moist soil in early spring.
Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist.
Place in partial shade for optimal variegation.
Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
Divide every 3-4 years to maintain health and vigor.

Pro Tip

Ensure soil remains consistently moist for best foliage color.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Apply balanced fertilizer in spring and summer
Divide every few years to promote healthy growth

Don't

Avoid dry or overly wet soil ❌
Don’t expose to full sun, which can scorch leaves
Refrain from neglecting to mulch to retain moisture

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 border with variegated foliageGroundcover in woodland gardens

Companion Plants

AstilbeFerns Heuchera LigulariaJapanese painted fern

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Age of Gold questions

What zones can Hosta Age of Gold grow in?

Hosta Age of Gold is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Hosta Age of Gold deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Age of Gold bloom?

Hosta Age of Gold 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 Age of Gold need full sun?

Hosta Age of Gold does best in part shade.