Species hosta
Hosta 'Guacamole' leaves featuring a combination of green and creamy yellow colors in large, heart-shaped form in a garden

hosta

Hosta 'Guacamole'

Hosta 'Guacamole' is a delightful shade-loving perennial plant. It forms lush mounds of waxy, deep green leaves with a hint of yellow. It blooms from July to August with tall, upright mauve flower spikes. It is attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, adding color to shady spots. The clumps are easy to manage and are excellent for borders, rock gardens, and patio containers. Hosta 'Guacamole' looks great planted in combination with heuchera, astilbe, tiarella, or crested iris. This hardy plant can tolerate drought and salt, making it an ideal choice for coastal gardens.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

watering

Hosta 'Guacamole' is a hardy plant that needs regular watering. During the growing season, it should be watered at least once a week, usually more often during very hot weather. Water it deeply, ensuring that the soil is evenly moistened. Water it thoroughly until it reaches a depth of several inches. However, it doesn't like to be over-watered, so make sure that the soil dries out in between waterings. In the wintertime, it will need much less water, only when the soil is dry.

sunlight

Hosta 'Guacamole' is best grown in an area with partial shade, such as under the canopy of deciduous trees or beside a tall structure. It will tolerate full sun, but its foliage may bleach in intense sun and its flowers may be hidden from view. Ideally, 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day is best for this plant species. Morning sunlight is optimal, and the hosta should be shielded from afternoon sun when temperatures are high. Specifically, avoid exposing it to full sun after 11 a.m. in the summertime.

pruning

Hosta 'Guacamole' plants should be pruned each spring, when new growth begins to emerge. If desired, a light pruning can be done in late summer. When pruning Hosta 'Guacamole' plants, use pruning shears to remove any dead or damaged foliage. At the same time, shape the foliage by cutting back spent flower stalks and any foliage that has become overgrown. In addition, prune off any leaves that have been affected by disease. Don't be too aggressive when pruning, as too much pruning can damage the plant.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Hosta 'Guacamole' typically starts flowering in late June or early July.

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