Hosta 'Thunderbolt'

Thunderbolt Plantain Lily

Herbaceous Perennial

"Wonderful Hosta. Large, rubbery blue leaves with a dramatic flash down the center that appears gold and changes to cream over the summer. To 2' tall and at least as wide over time. EXCELLENT foliage plant with substantial and distinct clean look. Great with Golden Japanese Forest Grass to echo the colors. One of our favorites. Best in rich, moist soil. Part shade to shade-not at its best in full sun. Protect from slugs. Large Hosta- give it room." —Courtesy Xera Plants

Growing Conditions

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Average, Regular / Even

Description

Size: 18 - 30 tall x 18 - 42 wide
Shape / Form: Rounded
Foliage Texture: Bold
Foliage Quality: Bold

Features: Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance, Attracts Hummingbirds

Foliage Color: Variegated

Flower Color: White
Bloom Season: Summer
Flower Shape: Spike /Spire


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Container, Groundcover, Massed, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Courtyard / Urban Garden, Once-a-Year Maintenance
Wildlife: Hummingbirds

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler
Plant Behavior: Clumping, Well Behaved / Companionable
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low
Maintenance Tasks: Deadheading, Once-a-Year Care

Suitable Substitutes

Hosta 'Sagae' | Sagae Hosta

Perfect Partners

Carex oshimensis 'Everillo' | Evercolor™ Everillo Sedge
Schefflera taiwaniana 'Yuan Shan' | Hardy Schefflera

Plant Combos