Hosta - Lipstick Blonde
Elevate your shady garden spaces with the Hosta 'Lipstick Blonde'. This distinctive perennial showcases vibrant yellow foliage beautifully complemented by striking red stems. Its wavy leaves possess a subtle corrugated texture and a pleasing waxy sheen. During mid-summer, it produces charming lavender, bell-shaped blooms. Requiring moderate watering, this variety is an easy-to-grow addition that attracts hummingbirds, making it a popular choice for shaded areas.
$27.97
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
3813
/ 4677
#3813 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+1%
Above average
USDA Hardiness Zones
39
/ -
Who it's for
- Unique Color Contrast
- Excellent Shade Brightener
- Reliable Perennial Hardiness
Who should skip it
- Specific Light Requirements
- Susceptible to Slugs and Snails
- Slow to Mature
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-9
Mature Height
12 in.
Mature Spread
16-18 in.
Planting Depth
Crown 1/2" below soil line
Recommended Proximity
12-16"
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
SKU
32612-03
Includes
3 Hosta Roots
Features
- Striking yellow leaves with red stems
- Attractive lavender blooms in mid-summer
- Thrives in partial to full shade
- Wavy leaves with a waxy sheen
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Easy-to-grow perennial
What customers say
Customer satisfaction centers on the Hosta Lipstick Blonde's unique chartreuse to green color transition, which brightens shaded areas. A major positive theme is the excellent quality of the bare roots received; they consistently arrive healthy and well-packaged, ensuring a strong start. While some buyers initially find the premium root stock small for the price, experienced gardeners understand the patience required for perennial growth. The long-term excitement over the plant's eventual vigor and rare foliage display significantly outweighs any initial concerns about size. Overall, this variety delivers on its promise of beauty for those willing to wait for maturity.
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