Hosta 'Cherry Berry'
Best unique foliage for shade garden enthusiasts.
This compact Hosta cultivar offers striking variegated foliage and attractive red scapes with purple flowers, followed by red seed pods. It's a long-lived perennial perfect for shade gardens and containers, attracting pollinators. Easy to care for, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is hardy in zones 4-8.
$50.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking colorful, low-maintenance plants for shady spots.
- Homeowners with shaded gardens or under large trees.
- Beginners or busy individuals desiring beautiful, easy-care plants.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in areas with high slug and snail populations.
- Those gardening in regions with active deer populations.
- Gardeners with predominantly sunny yards or limited shaded areas.
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage and unique red scapes create exceptional garden contrast.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal ongoing attention.
Pollinator Attraction
Reliably draws hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the summer season.
Seasonal Versatility
Offers multi-season interest from spring foliage to autumn seed pods.
Space Efficiency
Compact mounding habit fits perfectly into small borders and containers.
Hardiness Reliability
Proven, long-lived performer across a wide range of USDA zones.
Key Specs
Item Form
Bareroot
Bloom Color
Purple, Red
Foliage Color
Medium Green Variegated White
Habit
Mound-shaped
Light Requirements
Part Shade, Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Start
Early Summer
Bloom End
Late Summer
Uses
Containers
Special Features
Easy Care Plants, Flower
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