Hosta 'Sun Power' (Hosta 'Sun Power'): Yellowish Green Leaves with Pale Lavender to White Flowers

Hosta 'Sun Power' (Hosta 'Sun Power')

'Sun Power' is a clump-forming perennial with oval to heart-shaped, yellowish green leaves below funnel-shaped, pale-lavender to white flowers in midsummer. An excellent specimen plant for the front and center of the border. Full sun brings out the leaf color.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Excellent specimen plant for the front and center of the border.

Growing Conditions and Care

Full sun to part shade; moist but well-drained, fertile soil. Shade tolerant. Grows best with full morning sun. Tolerates drought, but summer mulch is beneficial. Full sun brings out the leaf color.

Propagation

Divide plants in late summer or early spring.

Potential Problems

Slugs, snails, viruses, foliar nematodes. In containers, watch for vine weevils.

Quick Reference

• Height: 1–3 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Growth Habit: Clumps
• Light: Full Sun to Part Shade
• Moisture: Dry to Medium
• Bloom Time: Summer
• Flower Color: Purple, White
• Uses: Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Waterside
• Style: Rock Garden, Woodland Garden
• Seasonal Interest: Spring Interest
• Tolerance: Drought Tolerant
• Type: Perennial