Hosta 'Maui Buttercups'
Best vibrant foliage for shaded garden areas.
The Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' is a remarkable plant with deeply cupped and corrugated yellow leaves that offer excellent slug resistance. It produces brilliant violet flowers atop tall stems in the summer, attracting hummingbirds. This Hosta forms a perfect small-medium sized mound and is also resistant to rabbits, making it a vibrant addition to beds, borders, and landscapes. Its unique foliage and striking blooms bring a burst of color to any garden setting. A cross between 'Frances Williams' and 'August Moon', it thrives in moist, well-drained soil with high organic content and prefers filtered or dappled sunlight.
$19.99
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#986 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Pot Size
5.25
/ Inch Square Pot
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a vibrant focal point in their shaded landscapes
- Busy individuals desiring a durable, attractive plant with minimal upkeep
- Homeowners looking for a versatile plant to enhance diverse garden designs
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners unfamiliar with specific light requirements for hostas
- Impatient gardeners expecting rapid growth and immediate impact
- Enthusiasts prioritizing consistent, intense golden color in all conditions
Performance breakdown
Pest Resistance
Thick, corrugated foliage provides a formidable defense against slugs and rabbits.
Visual Impact
Deeply cupped yellow leaves create a striking focal point in shade.
Pollinator Appeal
Violet summer blooms effectively draw hummingbirds into your garden space.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional versatility across zones three through nine ensures reliable seasonal growth.
Growth Habit
Compact mounding structure maintains a tidy, professional look without constant pruning.
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering plants struggle to bloom.
Key Specs
Pot Size
5.25 Inch Square Pot
Common Name
Hosta
Hardiness Zone
3-9
Bloom Color
Purple
Bloom Time
Summer
Garden Height
8-10 Inches
Garden Spread
12-14 Inches
Growth Habit
Mounding
Features
- Remarkable yellow, deeply cupped and corrugated leaves
- Brilliant violet flowers attract hummingbirds
- Good substance for great slug resistance
- Forms a perfect small-medium size mound
- Rabbit resistant
- Brings a burst of color to the landscape
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the vibrant, unique foliage of this Hosta, noting its distinctive cupped leaves and bright yellow color as a significant garden highlight. Many appreciate its robust growth and resilience, finding it an easy plant to establish and maintain, even in shaded areas. The plant's ability to add a striking visual element with minimal effort contributes to a highly positive overall experience, making it a favored choice for enhancing garden aesthetics.
Know before you buy
Since this Hosta reaches a spread of 12 to 14 inches, you should space them at least 14 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and to accommodate their mature mounding habit.
Yes, 'Maui Buttercups' is considered rabbit-resistant. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, this variety is much less likely to be targeted than other garden favorites.
It does. This variety prefers filtered or dappled sunlight and performs best in mostly to full shade conditions. Too much direct afternoon sun can scorch the delicate yellow foliage.
To maintain the vibrant yellow color, ensure the plant is in a location with dappled light. If the plant is in too much deep shade, the leaves may shift toward a chartreuse or light green hue.
Because of its compact, small-to-medium mounding habit, it works very well in containers. Just ensure the pot has good drainage and use a high-quality potting mix rich in organic matter.
This plant has moderate water needs. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil, so aim to keep the soil consistently damp but not waterlogged, especially during the heat of the summer.
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