White Flower Farm
Hosta 'June'
Best low-maintenance choice for shade gardeners seeking slug-resistant, colorful foliage.
Hosta 'June' is an award-winning perennial celebrated for its striking foliage, making it a highlight for any shade garden. This medium-sized cultivar features ovate, pointed leaves with distinct blue-green margins and centers dappled in gold to chartreuse. Its substantial leaves offer a natural defense against slugs. In mid- to late summer, it displays graceful stalks bearing pale lavender, lily-like flowers. 'June' thrives in partial shade with consistently moist soil, though it shows good adaptability once established. It is a low-maintenance choice, perfect for mass planting or containers, offering consistent beauty throughout the growing season.
$17.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 2989
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
39
/ USDA -
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting foliage color
- Homeowners tired of battling garden pests
- Landscapers needing plants for partial sun exposures
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting instant landscape impact
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for inexpensive starter plants
- Gardeners with only hot, full-sun planting sites
Performance breakdown
Foliage Aesthetics
Striking gold and blue-green variegation creates a standout shade garden focal point.
Pest Resistance
Substantial leaf texture provides a reliable natural defense against common garden slugs.
Maintenance Effort
A low-fuss perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once properly established.
Environmental Adaptability
Broad hardiness range ensures success across most temperate North American climates.
Versatility
Performs equally well in garden beds, mass plantings, or decorative containers.
Bloom Impact
Delicate lavender flowers offer a subtle seasonal accent to the foliage.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
USDA 3-9
Mature Height
15-24 inches
Mature Spread
24 inches
Spacing Requirement
18-24 inches
Bloom Time
July-August
SKU
F31618
Ships as
1 PINT 28.86 CU IN.
Warranty
1 year money-back guarantee
Features
- Colorful, dappled foliage pattern
- Hefty leaves naturally discourage slugs
- Award-winning cultivar (Hosta of the Year 2001)
- Produces pale lavender summer flowers
- Thrives in shade and partial shade
- Low-maintenance perennial life cycle
- Suitable for container gardening
- Drought tolerant once established
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Hosta 'June' as a reliable, high-impact shade garden staple. Its primary appeal is the exceptional, multi-season variegation, featuring thick blue green margins contrasting with brilliant gold centers. Reviewers consistently note the plant's robust nature, strong performance, and resistance to common pests. While the premium price point is sometimes mentioned, long term satisfaction derived from its enduring beauty and proven vigor solidifies its status as a worthwhile investment for gardeners seeking dependable, show stopping foliage that delivers year after year.
Know before you buy
This cultivar performs best in partial shade. While it can handle some morning sun, too much direct afternoon light may cause the gold and chartreuse centers of the leaves to fade or burn.
While no plant is completely immune, 'June' features thick, substantial leaves that make it much less appealing to slugs compared to thinner-leaved Hosta varieties. This natural defense makes it a reliable choice for gardens prone to slug activity.
Yes, this Hosta is well-suited for container gardening. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and use a high-quality potting mix to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
For the best results, space your Hosta 'June' plants 18 to 24 inches apart. This allows enough room for the clumps to reach their mature spread of 24 inches without overcrowding.
Once the root system is fully established, 'June' shows good adaptability and moderate drought tolerance. However, for the best foliage color and growth, it prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil.
Yes, you should take precautions. Hosta 'June' is not deer resistant, so if deer frequent your area, you may need to use protective netting or repellent sprays to keep them from grazing on the foliage.
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