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Key characteristics

Family
Asparagaceae
Height
10–12 inches
Width
20–25 inches
Flower color
Pale lavender, tubular-shaped flowers
Foliage color
Heart-shaped leaves with very wide, wavy green margins and narrow creamy white and yellow markings in the center
Bloom time
Early to mid-summer
Light
Partial to full shade
Water
Moderate
Maintenance
Low; features thick foliage that is very slug-resistant
Growing zone
USDA zones 3–9
Wildlife
Attracts hummingbirds

Perennials

Hosta x 'Lakeside Paisley Print'

Lakeside Paisley Print Hosta

Hosta x 'Lakeside Paisley Print' is a hybrid cultivar with broad, heart-shaped leaves that feature a unique blend of green, yellow, and white variegation. The centers are yellow and light green, bordered by creamy white edges and wide dark green margins, creating a layered, paisley-like pattern. It blooms in mid to late summer, producing tall spikes adorned with pale lavender flowers that complement the vibrant foliage.

Light
Partial to full shade
Water
Moderate
Bloom time
Early to mid-summer

Works well in

  • Borders
  • Shade Gardens
  • Woodland Gardens
  • Hummingbird Gardens
  • Rock Gardens

Companion plants

Hellebores · Japanese forest grass · Astilbes · Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and layer it with woodland companions for a full, settled look.

Where to see it

This plant can be seen in the Oregon trial garden at Monrovia.

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