perennial

Hosta Anna Lindh

Hosta x hybrida 'Anna Lindh'

$20.00

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Anna Lindh' is a deciduous perennial known for its broad, lush foliage and elegant, bell-shaped lavender flowers that bloom in summer, creating a graceful ground cover.

This cultivar is prized for its attractive variegated leaves with creamy-white margins that brighten shady garden areas. It forms a neat, medium-sized mound.

Uses & Benefits:

Ornamental UsesProvides lush, variegated foliage year-round, enhancing shaded garden areas with texture and interest.
Practical UsesHelps suppress weeds under trees and shrubs, maintaining a tidy appearance with minimal effort.
Ecological BenefitsSupports local pollinators by attracting insects and providing habitat in shaded environments.
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

16 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Consistently moist soil

Humidity

Prefers moderate humidity

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Hybrid

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 seedlings or divisions into prepared soil in early spring.
  2. Water thoroughly after planting to settle soil around roots.
  3. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  4. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring and midsummer.
  5. Divide every 3-4 years in early spring to maintain vigor.
  6. Remove dead or damaged leaves in early spring for a tidy look.

Pro Tip

Ensure soil remains consistently moist and mulch to keep roots cool.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

  • Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy 🌱
  • Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Divide every 3-4 years in early spring
  • Remove dead leaves to encourage healthy growth

Don't

  • Allow soil to dry out completely ❌
  • Use high nitrogen fertilizer excessively
  • Plant in full sun, which can scorch leaves
  • Ignore pest signs, like slugs and snails

Seasonal Care Calendar

TaskJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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 borderCool, calming garden bedUnderstory planting in shaded areas

Companion Plants

Ferns AstilbeHeucheraHosta ventricosaJapanese painted fern

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Anna Lindh questions

What zones can Hosta Anna Lindh grow in?

Hosta Anna Lindh 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 Anna Lindh deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Anna Lindh bloom?

Hosta Anna Lindh 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 Anna Lindh need full sun?

Hosta Anna Lindh does best in part shade.

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Grow Hosta Anna Lindh 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.