Hosta 'Patriot'
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, shade-loving foliage.
This is the gold standard for shade gardens that actually hold their own against summer humidity. While you sacrifice the drama of exotic blooms, you gain a reliable, architectural anchor that stays crisp and vibrant from the first thaw until the final frost.
$14.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners looking to brighten up dim, shaded corners
- Busy homeowners wanting reliable, low-maintenance perennial growth
- Landscapers seeking versatile plants for containers or garden borders
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unwilling to manage common garden pests like slugs
- Homeowners with gardens exposed to harsh, direct afternoon sun
- People living in areas prone to frequent, extended droughts
Performance breakdown
Foliage Contrast
Bold white margins provide a sharp, high-impact visual statement.
Heat Tolerance
Maintains crisp, variegated beauty even during sweltering summer months.
Maintenance Ease
A carefree, pest-resistant perennial that thrives with minimal intervention.
Shade Adaptability
Perfectly suited for brightening up dim, shaded garden corners.
Growth Habit
Forms a neat, mounded clump that stays tidy throughout the season.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters common garden pests, protecting your landscape investment.
Key Specs
SKU
32541
Genus
Hosta
Variety
'Patriot'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
2.5 feet
Hardiness Zones
3 - 9
State Shipping Restrictions
GU, HI, ID, PR, VI
Growth Habit
Shrub, Groundcover
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade, Full Shade
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