Botanical profile
Hosta 'Fire Island'
Latin name
Hosta 'Fire Island'
Common name
Hosta 'Fire Island'
Type
Perennial
Family
Asparagaceae
A team favorite with its oval, slightly wavy, golden-yellow foliage and red petioles. The foliage turns chartreuse as the season progresses, and the mauve flowers rise up to 50 cm above the ground. This small to medium-sized variety will carve out a special place in your shade garden.
Pets
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Light shadow
Watering
Fertilization
Soil type
Kept moist, Clayey
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Blooming period
July
Flower color
Purple
Foliage color
Shape
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Width
30 inches (76 cm)
Growth rate
Moderate
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
