Fire and Ice Hosta
Introduce the stunning Fire and Ice Hosta from American Meadows to your garden. This perennial plant features captivating variegated foliage with pure white centers and deep green edges, offering a dramatic contrast. It produces beautiful, long-lasting lavender blooms and excels as a groundcover, thriving in shady spots where grass struggles. Hostas are remarkably easy to care for, naturally forming attractive, self-shaping mounds that add texture and color to borders or containers. Shipped as a bare root in spring, this resilient plant is suitable for zones 3-9, bringing effortless beauty to your landscape.
$14.39
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1960
/ 3183
#1960 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
39
/ -
Who it's for
- High Visual Contrast
- Exceptional Hardiness and Longevity
- Deer Resistant Foliage
Who should skip it
- High Slug and Snail Vulnerability
- Slow Establishment Period
- Potential for Color Reversion
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Mature Height
16-20 inches tall
Mature Spread
12-24 inches wide
Flower Size
4-6 inch flowers
Planting Depth
Root top 1 inch below soil surface
Soil Type
Loamy, Clay, or Well-Drained Soil
Growth Rate
Slow
Ships As
Bare Root
Features
- Striking white and green variegated foliage
- Produces long-lasting lavender flowers
- Excellent groundcover for shady areas
- Forms attractive, self-shaping mounds
- Suitable for container planting
- Easy to grow and low maintenance
- Naturalizes well over time
- Adds continuous color and texture
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Fire and Ice Hosta for its striking aesthetic appeal. The dramatic variegation, featuring a pure white center sharply contrasted by deep green margins, makes it a highly sought after specimen for shaded gardens. Reviewers consistently note the plant's ability to establish robustly, with mature foliage exceeding expectations in color intensity and texture. American Meadows ships healthy, viable stock, ensuring quality. While initial size upon arrival is small, patient gardeners report excellent long term results. Success hinges on proper placement in deep shade to prevent scorching and maintaining adequate moisture during the first season. This hosta is viewed as a high value investment offering unique beauty and reliable performance once established.
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