Hosta

Common name

Hosta

Botanical name

Hosta hybrid

Variety

Red October

Zone

USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

Light

Shade

Height

10-12" (25-31 cm)

Habit

Clumping

Feed

Use all-purpose

Water

Weekly during dry spells

Bloom Color

Green

Bloom Time

Fall

Maintenance

Mulch to reduce weeds

share link

About

This hosta has an upright habit, showcasing unusual bright red stems. Offers fabulous color and texture to the shaded garden when planted with other hosta, ferns or astilbe. Bears lavender flowers on red scapes. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Coral Bells

Collections