Garden hybrid

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perennial

Edina Heritage Hostas

Hosta x hybrida 'Edina Heritage'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hosta x hybrida 'Edina Heritage' is a deciduous perennial known for its broad, lush foliage and elegant, bell-shaped lavender flowers that emerge in summer, creating a graceful ground cover.

This cultivar is distinguished by its variegated leaves with creamy margins, offering a striking contrast and enhancing shaded garden borders with its ornamental appeal.

Uses & Benefits:

Lush foliage provides a vibrant, textured ground cover in shaded areas, enhancing garden aesthetics.

Resistant to deer and rabbits, requiring minimal protection.

Supports pollinators when in bloom, and improves soil health with organic mulching.

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

12 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Average to high

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Asia and North America

Toxicity

Non-toxic to humans and pets

Bloom period

Early summer – Mid-summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a shady spot with well-drained soil.
Tuck young plants into the ground, spacing 12-24 inches apart.
Water thoroughly after planting and keep moist.
Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Pro Tip

Plant in rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter for best growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Mulch to conserve moisture and keep roots cool
Divide in early spring or fall to rejuvenate

Don't

Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
Do not expose to direct, harsh sunlight
Avoid 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
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded border with lush foliageGroundcover in shaded woodland gardensUnderplanting for trees

Companion Plants

ferns Astilbe HeucheraJapanese painted fern Bleeding Heart

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Edina Heritage Hostas questions

What zones can Edina Heritage Hostas grow in?

Edina Heritage Hostas 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 Edina Heritage Hostas deer resistant?

Yes — Edina Heritage Hostas is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Edina Heritage Hostas bloom?

Edina Heritage Hostas 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.

Does Edina Heritage Hostas need full sun?

Edina Heritage Hostas does best in part shade.