Hosta 'Wolverine'
Best shade-loving perennial for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, high-impact foliage.
The Hosta 'Wolverine' is an herbaceous perennial celebrated for its striking, ornamental foliage, earning it the 2014 Eunice Fisher Distinguished Merit Hosta Award. It features shiny, rippled, 10-inch lanceolate leaves displaying a beautiful blue-green center contrasted by a very wide golden margin. Blooming in late summer with lavender, lily-like flowers that attract hummingbirds, this fast-growing hybrid offers excellent texture and color. It thrives in shady locations, requires consistent moisture, and is highly versatile for use in borders, as an edging plant, or in containers.
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Price vs Category Average
-45%
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SKU
29100
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a striking focal point for shady areas
- Landscapers needing fast-growing ground cover for immediate impact
- Homeowners tired of battling slugs and snails in gardens
Who should skip it
- Perfectionists wanting consistent color throughout the entire growing season
- Gardeners with limited shade or intense afternoon sun exposure
- Busy gardeners unable to provide regular supplemental watering
Performance breakdown
Foliage Visual Impact
Striking blue-green and gold contrast creates a high-end landscape aesthetic.
Growth Rate
Rapid rhizomatous spread fills garden beds faster than typical hosta varieties.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Pollinator Appeal
Lavender blooms provide a reliable late-season nectar source for hummingbirds.
Environmental Adaptability
Robust enough to handle urban air pollution and diverse shade conditions.
Landscape Versatility
Compact, cascading habit works perfectly for borders, containers, or edging.
Key Specs
SKU
29100
Mature Height
18 inches
Mature Width
3 Feet
Light Requirements
Part Shade to Shade
Water Needs
Moist, well-drained soil
Bloom Time
Mid Summer to Late Summer
Foliage Color
Blue Green/Cream Variegated
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Features
- Striking variegated foliage with blue-green centers and wide golden margins
- Award-winning variety recognized for its distinguished merit and performance
- Produces lavender, lily-like flowers in late summer that attract hummingbirds
- Fast growth rate and rhizomatous nature allow it to multiply rapidly
- Tolerant of air pollution, making it suitable for city environments
- Dense, cascading habit provides excellent texture in the landscape
- Easy to grow and requires low maintenance
- Blooms in the first year of planting
What customers say
Customers are overwhelmingly positive about the Hosta 'Wolverine', highlighting the exceptional quality of the plants upon arrival. Reviewers frequently mention receiving large, healthy specimens that establish quickly and thrive. The striking design, characterized by the narrow, wavy leaves and strong variegation, is consistently praised for adding dramatic texture to shade gardens. This robust performance and reliable aesthetic appeal confirm the plant's reputation as a premium garden choice, making it a highly recommended purchase for serious gardeners.
Know before you buy
Since this variety reaches a mature width of 3 feet, you should space them at least 36 inches apart to allow for proper airflow and to accommodate their dense, cascading habit.
Yes, 'Wolverine' is specifically noted for its tolerance to air pollution, making it a reliable choice for urban environments where other plants might struggle.
It performs best in part shade to full shade. While it appreciates some morning light, avoid harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch the delicate, variegated foliage.
This is a fast-growing hybrid with a rhizomatous nature, meaning it will multiply and spread relatively quickly compared to slower-growing Hosta varieties.
No, one of the benefits of this variety is that it typically blooms in its first year of planting, producing lavender, lily-like flowers in mid-to-late summer.
Absolutely. Its dense, cascading habit and striking variegated leaves make it an excellent choice for large containers, provided you keep the soil consistently moist.
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