Explore the plant's striking foliage
Discover Hosta 'Eye Of The Dragon', a medium-sized cultivar that offers an exquisite display of colour. Its dark green leaves have a vibrant green centre that naturally catches the eye. As it matures, the leaf centre undergoes a delightful transformation to a yellow hue, enhancing your garden's allure.
Appreciate its distinctive features
The unique pointed leaves set 'Eye Of The Dragon' apart, adding character to any landscape. Red petioles contrast beautifully with the foliage, providing visual depth. These qualities make it an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add intrigue and elegance.
Experience seasonal floral charm
In August, admire how this plant surprises you further with pale purple blooms perched on black-purple scapes. These blossoms not only enrich your garden palette but also attract pollinators, enhancing your ecosystem. Enjoy a month of serene beauty as these flowers grace your outdoor space.
Hosta ‘Gaelic Roots’ is a luminous, medium‑sized hosta prized for its shifting gold tones and its distinctive mahogany‑coloured stems. A third‑generation seedling of H. ‘Tsugaru Komachi’, it brings both refinement and contrast to shade gardens, offering season‑long interest as its foliage evolves from bright spring yellow to warm chartreuse. Its richly coloured petioles and flower scapes add a sculptural quality that makes it stand out among yellow hostas.
Foliage & Form
Colour progression: Leaves emerge bright yellow in spring and mature to chartreuse as the season advances, creating a soft, glowing mound.
Structure: Medium‑sized clump reaching 16 in. tall and 32 in. wide, with a tidy, rounded habit ideal for borders or feature groupings.
Unique stems: Mahogany‑toned petioles and flower scapes provide dramatic contrast and are a signature trait of this cultivar.
Growth & Garden Performance
Thrives in part shade, where morning sun enhances the yellow tones without stress.
Prefers moist, rich, well-drained soil typical of woodland or shade gardens.
Displays viridescent colour change—yellow shifting toward green—throughout the season.
Hardy in the broad range typical of hostas (Zones 3–9), making it reliable in Canadian climates.
Landscape Uses
A standout specimen hosta thanks to its colour transitions and richly coloured stems.
Excellent for shade borders, woodland gardens, or collector groupings.
Pairs beautifully with deep greens, blues, and burgundy foliage, which highlight its warm gold tones.
Why Gardeners Love It
‘Gaelic Roots’ offers a rare combination of seasonal colour evolution, distinctive stem colouration, and compact elegance, making it a versatile and eye‑catching addition to any shade garden. Its lineage and unique traits also make it appealing to hosta collectors.
Introducing Hosta 'Swirling Hearts'
Hosta 'Swirling Hearts' is a standout among hosta hybrids, known for bringing striking visual interest to shaded garden areas. This vigorous plant is celebrated for its glossy, dark green foliage adorned with distinctive heart-shaped leaves and gently rippled edges. Its elegant textured mound provides a dynamic contrast in your garden, elevating the aesthetic appeal.
Ideal size and growth habits
This medium-sized cultivar reaches up to 19 inches in height with a mature spread of 48 inches. It establishes quickly, delivering reliable performance year after year. The swift growth makes it an excellent choice for gardeners who wish to see quick results and enjoy long-term rewards without sacrificing beauty.
Seasonal flowers and uses
During summer, delicate lavender flowers bloom, offering added seasonal colour that complements the lush green backdrop. 'Swirling Hearts' thrives in woodland borders, foundation plantings, and shaded perennial beds, making it a versatile option for creating refined and consistent growth where aesthetics matter most.
'Tennessee Waltz' origin and growth
Tennessee Waltz is a unique tissue culture sport of the well-loved 'Moonstruck' hosta. This captivating hosta grows into a medium-sized mound with stunning bluish-green to bright green foliage. As it matures, the leaves form a graceful, ovate shape that stands out in any garden.
Seasonal bloom and colour shifts
In August, H. 'Tennessee Waltz' produces delicate lavender blooms, adding a soft touch to its bold foliage. The contrast between the floral display and the leaf colour transitions provides ongoing visual interest. It’s a subtle show that speaks to those who appreciate nuanced beauty.
Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts
This cultivar is perfect for shade gardens, offering refined elegance to plant collections. Gardeners who admire unique hosta varieties will find 'Tennessee Waltz' a rewarding choice for its distinct foliage and reliable flowering performance. Its low-maintenance nature further enhances its appeal.
Beautiful Variegated Foliage
Hosta 'Venetian Skies' is a stunning addition to any garden with its beautiful variegated foliage. The leaves showcase a blend of light and dark green hues, creating a striking contrast that adds depth and texture to your landscape. The edges of the leaves are elegantly ruffled, giving the plant a delicate and intricate appearance that is sure to catch the eye of all who see it.
Low-Maintenance and Versatile
This hosta variety is not only beautiful but also easy to care for, making it a perfect choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners alike. 'Venetian Skies' thrives in partial to full shade, making it suitable for various planting locations in your yard or garden. With its compact size and vigorous growth habit, this hosta is ideal for borders, containers, or as a standout focal point in your landscape design.
Distinctive Two-Tone Foliage
Heart-shaped green leaves with luminous gold margins make Hosta 'Veronica Lake' a standout in shaded gardens. The contrasting colours bring brightness to any space.
Delicate Lavender Flowers
In the summer, this hosta cultivar sends up pale lavender flowers, adding a touch of vertical interest above the mounding foliage. It's a lovely addition to any garden.
Perfect for Shaded Areas
Thriving in partial to full shade, Hosta 'Veronica Lake' is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, borders, and mixed shade plantings. Its bold foliage contrasts beautifully with other plants.
Substantial Clumping Habit
As a sport of H. 'Pearl Lake,' this vigorous cultivar matures into a substantial clump, creating a striking presence in any garden. It's a reliable and attractive plant for shaded areas.
Experience Nordic Elegance
Introduce some Nordic elegance to your garden with the stunning H. 'Viking Ship'. This regal hosta features wrinkled and crumpled blue-green foliage that is lightly corrugated and deeply veined, adding a touch of sophistication to any outdoor space. The glaucous bloom of this upright grower shimmers in the light, making it a beautiful focal point in your garden.
Add Texture and Charm
H. 'Viking Ship' is perfect for adding texture and charm to any hosta collection. Its unique foliage stands out among other plants, creating a dynamic and eye-catching display. Not only is the 'Viking Ship' hosta visually stunning, but it is also easy to grow and maintain. With minimal care requirements, this hosta is a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Simply provide it with a shady spot and well-draining soil, and watch as it flourishes and adds a touch of Nordic elegance to your outdoor oasis.
Distinctive Foliage
Hosta 'Whirligig' features upright foliage with twisted, pointed leaves that stand tall thanks to longer petioles. Its unique appearance sets it apart from other hostas, making it a standout addition to any garden or landscape.
Dynamic Texture
Compared to H. 'Whirlwind,' 'Whirligig' offers even more pronounced twisting in its leaves. This creates a dynamic and textured look that adds visual interest and depth to any planting area. Enhance your garden with the captivating presence of Hosta 'Whirligig'.
Stunning Blue Foliage
Hosta 'Wind Beneath My Wings' is a standout variety with heart-shaped, ruffled blue leaves that add a unique and captivating touch to any garden. The bold foliage stands out against other plants and adds a pop of colour in shady areas.
Pale Lavender Blooms
In midsummer, this majestic hosta produces delicate pale lavender flowers that bloom above the foliage, creating a beautiful contrast with the blue leaves. These blooms add another layer of interest and beauty to this already striking plant.
Architectural Presence
With its large size, striking foliage, and beautiful blooms, Hosta 'Wind Beneath My Wings' offers both architectural presence and seasonal beauty in the shade garden. This variety is a valuable addition that will enhance the overall aesthetic of your outdoor space.
