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Key characteristics

Family: Asparagaceae
Height: 18–20 inches
Width: 28–32 inches
Flower color: Lavender, bell-shaped
Foliage color: Heart-shaped with creamy yellow centers with dark green margins
Bloom time: Mid-summer
Light: Prefers partial to full shade
Water: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; the thick, leathery leaves help deter slugs and pests
Growing zone: USDA zones 3–9
Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds with its lavender flowers and may also draw butterflies; generally, deer-resistant

Perennials

Hosta 'Morning Star'

Morning Star Hosta

Hosta 'Morning Star' is a perennial with creamy yellow centers and dark green edges, creating an eye-catching contrast. The foliage provides a dramatic display throughout the growing season, especially in shaded areas. This cultivar is known for its strong resilience in low-light conditions and its ability to brighten up the garden with its bold color scheme.

In mid to late summer, Hosta 'Morning Star' produces tall flower spikes topped with fragrant lavender blooms, attracting pollinators. The combination of beautiful foliage and fragrant flowers makes this cultivar a standout in woodland gardens or shaded borders.

Light

Prefers partial to full shade

Water

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid-summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Hummingbird Gardens

Companion plants

Bleeding hearts · Solomon's seal · Ferns · Lungworts · Wild ginger · Hellebores

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.

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