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Hosta 'Shade Fanfare': Aden's Celebration of Shadows

Hosta 'Shade Fanfare'

Registered in 1986 by Aden, 'Shade Fanfare' is a jubilant hosta that parades its variegated finery in the shadowy garden. This Liliaceae family member (genus Hosta) brings a festive display to the understory.

Cultivar Details

Family:	Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus:	Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
Cultivar:	Shade Fanfare
Hybridizer:	Aden
Registration Year:	1986

Shade Fanfare features a lively mix of green and cream variegation that dances in the dappled light. Aden's breeding often emphasizes strong growth habits alongside ornamental foliage. This cultivar forms a substantial mound that suppresses weeds and covers ground effectively.

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