Family
Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
Synonym
Hosta fluctuans Variegata
Hardiness
Sun Exposure
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Height
Wavy
Spacing
Lightly
Sun Exposure
Slightly Shiny
Danger
Glaucous Bloom
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Seed Collecting
Partial to Full Shade
Full Shade
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Patent Information
Foliage Color
Giant (leaf >144 square inches; plant >28” tall)
Bloom Characteristics
Mound-like
Water Requirements
Medium
Where to Grow
Ovate
Seed Collecting
Dark Green
Fruit Shape
Pale Yellow
Yellow
Creamy White
Fruit Size
1 (Thick)
Fruit Colors
12 to 15
Growing Habit
Slightly Rippled
Days to Maturity
1/4" - 1/2"
1/2" - 1"
Seed Type
Mid/Late
Usage
Pale Lavender
Disease Resistance
Bell
Leaf Type
No fragrance
Foliage Color
Yes; seed is viable
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Non-patented
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Mentone, Alabama

Brookfield, Connecticut

Monroe, Connecticut

Norwich, Connecticut

Old Lyme, Connecticut

Westport, Connecticut

Dover, Delaware

Augusta, Georgia

Lawrenceville, Georgia

Marietta, Georgia

Cherry Valley, Illinois

Itasca, Illinois

Machesney Park, Illinois

Naperville, Illinois

Rockford, Illinois

Washington, Illinois

Waukegan, Illinois

Elberfeld, Indiana

Granger, Indiana

Greenville, Indiana

Bloomfield, Iowa

Oskaloosa, Iowa

Tracy, Iowa

Shawnee Mission, Kansas

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Roslindale, Massachusetts

Hemlock, Michigan

Pinconning, Michigan

Plainwell, Michigan(2 reports)

Royal Oak, Michigan

Frazee, Minnesota

New Ulm, Minnesota

Stewart, Minnesota

Ballwin, Missouri

Mayview, Missouri

Saint Louis, Missouri

Imperial, Nebraska

Jamesburg, New Jersey

Piscataway, New Jersey

Greene, New York

Southold, New York

Pittsboro, North Carolina

Raleigh, North Carolina

Canton, Ohio

Glouster, Ohio

Lakeville, Ohio

Tallmadge, Ohio

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

Summerville, South Carolina

Chantilly, Virginia

Lexington, Virginia

Newport News, Virginia

Norfolk, Virginia

Portsmouth, Virginia

Richmond, Virginia

Kalama, Washington

South Hill, Washington

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Genoa City, Wisconsin

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Owen, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

7
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3
neutrals
0
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Dover, DE | April 2018 | positive

What a plant! I will echo the glowing praises of all the other reviewers. Give it some room. As mine got larger and larger, I yanked o...Read More

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ROSLINDALE, MA | June 2014 | positive

One of my favorite hostas. Upright, vase-shaped, fast-growing, it quickly grows massive. The wavy leaf edge draws the eye.

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Russell, ON (Zone 5a) | July 2012 | positive

This 6 year old, vase-shaped Hosta is the focal point in my shade garden. It is elegant at 46 inches high by 68 inches wide. Best investm...Read More

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Oskaloosa, IA | June 2009 | neutral

Just received this hosta from my sister-in-law in the St Louis, MO area. Had no idea that it could get so huge. I may have to change my...Read More

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Brookfield, CT | July 2008 | positive

Stunning, easy, hardy, the best!

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Canton, OH | July 2008 | positive

This is one huge showy hosta! I have mine in lots of sun and it is enormous. It is slug resistant. Planted in heavy clay soil (not the...Read More

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Saint Louis, MO | October 2006 | positive

In three years the plant grew from 3 stems to 25 stems. It is now 4 feet in diameter and 3-4 feet high. No slug problems. Erect vase s...Read More

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Ithaca, NY (Zone 5b) | January 2005 | neutral

'Sagae' forms a large, semi-upright mound about 31" high by 70" wide (or slightly larger). Leaves average 13" long by 10.25" wide. The 1...Read More

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Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | January 2005 | neutral

Hosta of the Year - named by the American Hosta Growers' Association - 2000!

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MD &, VA (Zone 7b) | August 2002 | positive

Makes vase shaped mound and a great focal point in the shade garden. Scapes are tall, 35"-50" and can flop though. Margin is lighter with...Read More

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