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First Dance Hosta

Hosta 'First Dance'

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Overview

The Hosta 'First Dance' features vibrant, variegated foliage, showcasing golden-yellow leaves edged in a rich green margin. This perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained soil. With a mature size of about 18 inches tall and 36 inches wide, it's ideal for border accents or woodland gardens. Its mid-summer bloom of lavender flowers adds a delicate touch. Hardy in zones 3-9, it demands minimal maintenance, making it a favorite among garden enthusiasts.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 3–9Type Perennial

First Dance Hosta (Hosta 'First Dance') — showcasing golden-yellow leaves edged in a rich green margin

First Dance Hosta (Hosta 'First Dance') — This perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained soil

First Dance Hosta (Hosta 'First Dance') — With a mature size of about 18 inches tall and 36 inches wide

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Liliaceae

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First Dance Hosta (Hosta 'First Dance') — showcasing golden-yellow leaves edged in a rich green margin

First Dance Hosta (Hosta 'First Dance') — This perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained soil

First Dance Hosta (Hosta 'First Dance') — With a mature size of about 18 inches tall and 36 inches wide

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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