A Charming Variegated Gem with a Cream-Centred Surprise
Hosta 'Dylan's Dilly' is a medium hosta registered by Walden West in 2008 as a sport of Hosta fortunei 'Green Mountain'. Its dark green leaves are accented by a distinctive light green to near-cream centre that brightens as the season progresses. The compact, symmetrical mound makes it an ideal candidate for container planting or the front of a shaded border. It is reliably hardy across Canadian zones 3–9. A well-behaved, eye-catching cultivar that rewards close inspection.
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Striking Variegation: Dark green margins frame a light green to near-cream centre, creating a two-tone contrast that draws the eye in the shade garden.
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Seasonal Colour Shift: The centre transitions from light green in spring toward yellow, while the margins deepen to a rich dark green — offering evolving interest through the season.
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Compact and Tidy: Forming a neat mound of 33 cm (13") high by 33 cm (13") wide, it fits beautifully in containers, rock gardens, or as a border edging plant.
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Summer Blooms: Lavender flowers rise above the foliage in mid-summer, adding a soft seasonal accent to the variegated leaves below.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Size (H × W) |
33 cm × 33 cm (13" × 13") |
| Hardiness Zone |
3–9 |
| Colour |
Dark green margin, light green to cream centre |
| Light Requirements |
Partial to full shade |
Grower's Tip: Morning sun will help develop the cream centre of 'Dylan's Dilly' more vividly — avoid deep shade if you want the variegation to pop. We verify every plant is True‑to‑Type before shipping, confirming that distinctive two-tone pattern is well established before your order leaves our hands.
