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

Old North Church Hosta

Q: What zones can Old North Church Hosta grow in?

Old North Church Hosta 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.

Q: Is Old North Church Hosta deer resistant?

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

Q: When does Old North Church Hosta bloom?

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

Q: Does Old North Church Hosta need full sun?

Old North Church Hosta does best in part shade.

Hosta x hybrida 'Old North Church'

$22.00

The Story

Plant Bio

Hostas are herbaceous perennials grown primarily for their beautiful foliage. Leaves come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. They thrive in shade and produce spikes of lily-like flowers in summer.

'Old North Church' is a medium-sized hosta featuring heart-shaped, dark green leaves with wide, creamy-white margins. It produces scapes of pale lavender, bell-shaped flowers in early summer.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush, evergreen foliage year-round, adding texture and contrast in shaded gardens.

Resistant to deer and rabbit browsing, requiring minimal pest management.

Supports local pollinators when in bloom, and improves soil stability.

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, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Average

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Asia

Toxicity

Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Bloom period

Early summer – Mid-summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Marketplace

Where to Buy

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a shaded spot with rich, well-draining soil.
Tuck seeds or division material in early spring or fall.
Ensure consistent moisture and mulch around roots.
Mist cuttings weekly to promote root growth; expect 6 weeks for establishment.
Tuck divisions into prepared soil and water thoroughly.
Maintain evenly moist soil during active growing season.

Pro Tip

Plant in shaded areas with rich, moist soil for best growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Divide every 3-4 years to rejuvenate

Don't

Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves ❌
Do not let soil dry out completely
Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent 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 bordersWoodland gardens

Companion Plants

Ferns Astilbes Heucheras Bleeding Heart Japanese Forest Grass

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions