Hosta ‘Ben Vernooij’ Bareroot - Variegated Plantain Lily, Shade Perennial

About This Plant

Hosta ‘Ben Vernooij’ is a variegated, blue-leaved perennial with wide creamy-gold margins. It features lavender summer blooms and a tall, mounded clumping habit, ideal for woodland and shade gardens. It provides season-long color and texture in partial to full shade with slug resistance due to thick foliage.

What You Will Receive

Ships as a healthy bareroot or potted live plant depending on selection.

Growing Information

• Foliage Color: Blue with Creamy Gold Margins
• Flower Color: Lavender
• Mature Height: 12 inches
• Spread: 24 inches
• Growth Habit: Mounded, Clumping
• Bloom Season: Midsummer
• Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Soil Needs: Moist, well-draining soil
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Hardiness Zones: 3–9
• Characteristics: Slug Resistant, Low Maintenance, Shade Loving, Pollinator-Friendly

Perfect Garden Uses

Woodland gardens, shade borders, understory plantings, foundation landscaping, shade container gardens, groundcover plantings, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds.

Care Tips

• Plant in rich, moist, well-draining soil
• Prefers partial to full shade
• Water consistently during establishment
• Mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds
• Remove spent flower stalks for a tidy appearance
• Divide every 3–5 years to maintain healthy growth

Shipping Information

Plant Condition:

• Ships as a healthy bareroot or potted live plant depending on selection

Shipping Notes:

• Securely packaged to protect roots and retain moisture
• Orders over $35 qualify for free USPS Ground shipping
• Shipping may be delayed during extreme temperatures

Care Guarantee

We guarantee healthy plants upon arrival. If your order arrives damaged, contact us within 48 hours with photos for a replacement or refund.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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