HOSTA GREAT ARRIVAL / PLANTAIN LILY

HOSTA GREAT ARRIVAL / PLANTAIN LILY: Hosta 'Great Arrival' is a striking perennial known for its large, dramatic leaves with a bold variegation of dark green centers and wide, creamy white to yellow margins. This Hosta variety adds a fresh, vibrant look to shaded or partially shaded gardens, borders, and containers, making it a perfect choice for adding contrast and texture to any landscape.

Why Choose Hosta 'Great Arrival'?

Comparison: 'Great Arrival' stands out for its bold variegated leaves, with wide white to yellow margins contrasting beautifully with dark green centers, offering a more dramatic effect than other Hostas.
Companions: Pairs wonderfully with other shade-loving plants like ferns, astilbes, or contrasting dark foliage varieties to create a balanced, visually appealing garden design.

Key Features:

Variegated Leaves: Large, heart-shaped leaves with dark green centers and wide, creamy white to yellow margins create a striking contrast, adding texture and visual interest to shaded garden spaces.
Shade Tolerant: Thrives in shaded to partially shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for brightening up low-light garden spots.
Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and maintain, resistant to deer and rabbits, making it an excellent low-care option for gardeners.
Mounding Growth Habit: Forms a large, compact mound, making it perfect as a ground cover, in mixed beds, or as a focal point in garden designs.
Summer Flowers: Produces pale lavender flowers on tall stems in mid-summer, which attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Specifications:

Bloom Time: Mid-summer.
Height: 45–60 cm | Spread: 60–90 cm.
Hardiness: Zone 3–9.

Hosta 'Great Arrival' is perfect for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance perennial with bold, variegated foliage. Its striking contrast and compact growth habit make it an excellent addition to shaded or partially shaded areas, where it will bring texture, elegance, and visual appeal to the landscape.