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 Camelot

Hosta x hybrida 'Camelot'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta 'Camelot' is a perennial shade-loving plant with heart-shaped, blue-green leaves featuring creamy yellow margins that widen and lighten to creamy white as the season progresses. It produces spikes of pale lavender flowers in summer.

This cultivar is highly prized for its striking variegation and vigorous growth, making it an excellent choice for shaded garden borders and containers.

Uses & Benefits:

Hosta Camelot's lush foliage adds texture and color to shaded gardens, providing year-round interest.

Its drought tolerance makes it a low-maintenance choice for shaded spots.

Provides habitat and nectar for pollinators and beneficial insects.

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

36 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium to wet

Humidity

Moderate to high

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Garden origin

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Mid-summer

In flower about 1 month of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a shaded spot with well-draining soil.
Tuck seeds or divisions into soil, 1 inch deep.
Mist cuttings regularly to maintain moisture.
Water consistently during first growing season.
Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Divide every 3-4 years in early spring for rejuvenation.

Pro Tip

Provide shade and moist, well-drained soil for best growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Mulch to retain moisture and prevent weeds
Divide in early spring to promote healthy growth

Don't

Avoid full sun exposure which can scorch leaves ❌
Don’t let soil dry out completely
Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent weak foliage

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 hedgeVanilla-scented border

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbe HeucheraJapanese painted fern Ligularia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Camelot questions

What zones can Hosta Camelot grow in?

Hosta Camelot 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 Hosta Camelot deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Camelot bloom?

Hosta Camelot typically blooms in mid-summer through mid-summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Hosta Camelot need full sun?

Hosta Camelot does best in part shade.