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 Standing Ovation

Hosta x hybrida 'Standing Ovation'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta 'Standing Ovation' is a deciduous perennial forming an upright, vase-shaped mound of thick, slug-resistant, blue-green leaves with narrow, creamy-yellow margins.

This cultivar is distinguished by its strongly upright habit, which keeps the leaves held aloft, and its excellent substance, providing good slug resistance. Pale lavender flowers appear in summer.

Uses & Benefits:

Hosta Standing Ovation offers lush foliage with lavender flowers, perfect for shaded garden beds and borders, adding texture and color.

Its deer and rabbit resistance makes it a reliable choice for low-maintenance shaded areas.

Provides habitat for beneficial insects and pollinators in shaded garden ecosystems.

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

30 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers humid environments

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Hybrid of species native to East 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 root ball into prepared shade garden bed.
Water thoroughly after planting to settle soil.
Apply mulch around base to conserve moisture.
Fertilize with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms.

Pro Tip

Plant in partial to full shade for best foliage and flower display.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy 🌱
Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilize annually with a balanced fertilizer

Don't

Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves ❌
Don’t let soil dry out completely
Avoid over-fertilizing which can cause leaf burn

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 shaded border

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbe Tiarella Heuchera Ligularia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Standing Ovation questions

What zones can Hosta Standing Ovation grow in?

Hosta Standing Ovation 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 Standing Ovation deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Standing Ovation bloom?

Hosta Standing Ovation 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 Standing Ovation need full sun?

Hosta Standing Ovation does best in part shade.