A Dutch Introduction with Striking Two-Tone Foliage for the Shady Border
Gerard Heemskerk introduced Hosta 'Goldrush' from Holland as a sport of H. 'Birchwood Parky’s Gold'. It features yellowish-green centred leaves framed by a wide blue-green margin and is topped with lavender flowers. It reaches a mature size of 18 cm × 30 cm (7" × 12") and is classified as a medium hosta. It performs reliably across Canadian hardiness zones 3–9.
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Foliage: Yellowish-green centre with a wide blue-green margin — a bold two-tone contrast from spring through frost.
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Flowers: Lavender blooms on upright scapes in midsummer.
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Size at maturity: 18 cm × 30 cm (7" × 12").
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Variegation type: Medio — lighter centre with darker margin.
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Light: Partial to full shade.
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Hardiness: Zones 3–9 — well suited to Canadian gardens.
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Origin: Dutch introduction; CPVR #7264.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Size (H × W) |
18 cm × 30 cm (7" × 12") |
| Hardiness Zone |
3–9 |
| Colour |
Yellowish-green centre, blue-green margin |
| Light Requirements |
Partial to full shade |
Grower’s Tip: The blue-green margin holds best in full shade — avoid afternoon sun to preserve colour contrast. This True to Type division is grown and verified at our Bécancour, QC trial fields.
