Garden hybrid

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perennial

Hosta Day's End

Hosta x hybrida 'Day's End'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Day's End' is a deciduous perennial with broad, lush green leaves that often have a slightly rippled margin and produce tall, graceful flower stalks bearing lavender to purple bell-shaped flowers.

This cultivar is distinguished by its very shiny, dark green leaves with a wavy, rippled gold margin. The margin narrows as the season progresses, creating a dynamic look.

Uses & Benefits:

Hosta Day's End offers lush, textured foliage that enhances shaded garden borders with a calming lavender hue.

Its drought tolerance and deer resistance make it a reliable choice for low-maintenance shaded landscapes.

Provides habitat for beneficial insects and adds to 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

18 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Prefers 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

Planting

How to Grow

Select a shady spot with well-draining soil.
Tuck seeds or divisions into soil, spacing 18 inches apart.
Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
Water consistently to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Pro Tip

Divide in early spring for best propagation results.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
Mulch to conserve moisture
Divide every 3–4 years to rejuvenate

Don't

Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
Don’t expose to direct, harsh sunlight
Refrain from fertilizing late in the season

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Fertilize
Pest Check
Plant
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded border with textured foliageSilver‑foliaged hedgeColorful shaded groundcover

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbe HeucheraJapanese painted fern Ligularia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Hosta Day's End questions

What zones can Hosta Day's End grow in?

Hosta Day's End 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 Day's End deer resistant?

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

When does Hosta Day's End bloom?

Hosta Day's End 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 Day's End need full sun?

Hosta Day's End does best in part shade.