Hosta 'Niagara Falls' - Hosta
🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial groundcover
Common Name: Hosta
Scientific Name: Hosta 'Niagara Falls'
Foliage Color: Dark green with creamy yellow margins, wavy and arching leaves
Flower Color: Pure white, in dense spikes
Mature Height: 0.45–0.60 m (18-24 in)
Mature Spread: 0.90–1.20 m (3-4 ft)
Habit: Spreading and graceful, forming a cascade of foliage
Bloom Time: July to September
Exposure: Part shade to full shade
Water Needs: Moderate, regular during growing season
Soil Type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought Tolerance: Moderate, prefers humidity
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Maintenance
No pruning is necessary; allow the plant to naturally develop its majestic and architectural shape.
Maintain consistently moist soil during the growing season. Remove spent flowers if desired, though the flower spikes add summer interest. A light application of enriched mulch helps retain moisture and nourishes the soil.
Perfect for shaded areas, understory plantings, perennial beds, and naturalistic gardens, this robust hosta creates an imposing presence while remaining easy to care for and low-maintenance.

