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perennial

Hosta Sweet Tater Pie

Hosta x hybrida 'Sweet Tater Pie'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Sweet Tater Pie' is a deciduous perennial known for its large, heart-shaped leaves with a striking variegation of creamy yellow and green. It produces lavender flowers on tall scapes during summer.

This cultivar is particularly admired for its vibrant, sweet potato-inspired foliage color and pattern, making it a popular choice for shaded garden borders and containers.

Uses & Benefits:

Adds lush, textured foliage to shaded gardens, providing visual interest year-round.

Helps suppress weeds and retains soil moisture in shaded beds.

Provides habitat for beneficial insects and slugs, supporting garden biodiversity.

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

30 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers moderate to high humidity

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Northeast Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Tuck young plants into shaded garden beds in early spring
Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist
Fertilize with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Divide every 3-4 years in early spring or fall
Remove dead leaves in late fall for tidy appearance

Pro Tip

Plant in well-draining, humus-rich soil with dappled shade for best growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water consistently during dry spells 🌱
Apply mulch to conserve moisture
Divide clumps to rejuvenate plants

Don't

Avoid full sun exposure which can scorch leaves ❌
Don’t let soil dry out completely
Refrain from over-fertilizing

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 textured foliageCool-toned groundcoverWoodland garden accent

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbe HeucheraJapanese forest grass Helleborus

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Sweet Tater Pie questions

What zones can Hosta Sweet Tater Pie grow in?

Hosta Sweet Tater Pie 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 Sweet Tater Pie deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Sweet Tater Pie bloom?

Hosta Sweet Tater Pie 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 Sweet Tater Pie need full sun?

Hosta Sweet Tater Pie does best in part shade.