Hosta 'Guacamole' Plantain Lily
'Guacamole' brings bold color and tropical flair to shade gardens with its vibrant chartreuse centers bordered by dark green margins. This hosta forms a robust mound of foliage that lights up shady areas and pairs beautifully with ferns, heucheras, and astilbes.
In late summer, it produces large, trumpet-shaped, fragrant white to pale lavender blooms that are attractive to pollinators. Excellent as a border plant or groundcover in moist, well-drained soils.
- � Striking variegated foliage with green margins and lime centers
- � Fragrant, pale lavender-white flowers in late summer
- � Hardy, fast-growing, and deer-tolerant
- � Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded beds, or containers
- � Thrives in consistent moisture but tolerates dry shade once established
Design Tip: Use 'Guacamole' to brighten dark corners and highlight darker-leaved shade plants for visual contrast.
Growing Zones: 3–9
| Mature Height: | 18–24 inches |
| Sunlight: | Partial to Full Shade |
| Mature Width: | 36–48 inches |
| Botanical Name: | Hosta 'Guacamole' |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Foliage: | Lime Green Center with Dark Green Margin |
| Type: | Herbaceous Perennial |
FAQ's
Does 'Guacamole' tolerate more sun?
Yes, it tolerates morning sun well and can handle more sun than many hostas, especially in cooler climates.
Is this variety fragrant?
Yes, the pale lavender-white flowers are sweetly fragrant and bloom in late summer.
When can I divide it?
You can divide 'Guacamole' in spring or early fall once the plant is well-established.
Is it slug resistant?
Like most hostas, it's prone to slug damage, especially in damp environments. Use slug deterrents as needed.
How big does it get?
'Guacamole' can grow up to 2 feet tall and spread to 4 feet wide in ideal conditions.
