Botanical profile
Hosta 'Gold Standard'
Latin name
Hosta 'Gold Standard'
Common name
Hosta 'Gold Standard'
Type
Perennial
Family
Asparagaceae
A magnificent specimen hosta that brightens shady gardens with its light green foliage turning golden in summer and irregular dark green margins. Morning sun enhances the foliage color. Pale lavender flowers appear on 75cm stems. Slow to emerge in spring, but fast growing.
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
White
Foliage color
Shape
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
20 inches (51 cm)
Width
3 feet (91.5 cm)
Growth rate
Moderate
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