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Rainbow's End Hosta

Hosta 'Rainbow's End'

Category: Perennial • Hosta

Discover the colorful foliage of Rainbow's End Hosta, perfect for shade gardens and borders.

Mature Height: 12-18 inches
Mature Width: 24 inches
Bloom Color: Lavender
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Shade
Zone: Zones 3-9
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Rainbow's End Hosta is a striking perennial known for its vibrant, variegated leaves that feature bright yellow margins and dark green centers. It thrives in shaded areas and adds a colorful touch to gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in partial to full shade with consistent moisture. Prefers well-drained, rich soil.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and moisture retention. Adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

borderspecimenshade garden

Special Features

Variegated foliageattractive flowers

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for wildlife.

Resistance / Tolerance

Tolerates shade and is resistant to deer.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to shady areas. Works well in mixed plantings.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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Is Rainbow's End Hosta a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

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