Aureomarginata Hosta
Hosta fortunei 'Aureomarginata'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Aureomarginata Hosta highlights at a glance!
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Botanical Name
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Brand
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Growing Zones3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Growth RateModerate
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Mature Height
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Mature Width
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Flower Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodEarly Summer, Late Summer
Characteristics
Where To Plant
When To Prune
- Late Fall
Water & Moisture Needs
- Moderate
Sunlight Needs
Soil Needs
- Well Drained
Growing Zones
Showy, Shiny, Rich Aureomarginata Hosta
- Gorgeous, Deeply Textured Leaves
- Easy Care Shade Plant
- Wonderful Lavender Blooms in Summer
Dreaming of a backyard paradise? Aureomarginata Hosta (Hosta 'Fortunei Aureomarginata') is a superb choice to edge garden beds located in the shady spot under small trees, such as Western Redbud or Autumn Blooming Cherry.
Forming an upright, vase-like shape with arching, heart-shaped leaves edged in golden margins, this Hosta will brighten up any shady spot you may have. The leaves each reach a length of 8 to 10 inches.
Every summer, you'll also be rewarded with lilac colored, fairy bell shaped blossoms on the Aureomarginata Hosta that are held high above the leaves, reaching 3 feet upwards. This Hosta is low maintenance and compact in size, but not in visual impact!
Use this low maintenance charmer "en masse". That means it's best to plant 3, 5, 7 or 9 of these plants in a slightly zig-zagging pattern along the edge of your garden bed. You'll love the way it will naturalize to form natural drifts under your maturing trees, or along woodland paths. Try them in containers on your shaded backyard porch!
Plant in partial or full shade in any well drained soil for best results. Spent blooms can be pruned away, to help encourage further plant growth. Hostas can be divided as needed, in spring or fall time.
Variegated foliage is definitely on trend, so gardeners across the country are on the hunt for Hosta varieties, like the Aureomarginata. Order yours today!
