Hosta 'His Honor' Rhizomes
Hosta 'His Honor' Rhizomes
Hosta 'His Honor' is a large, clump-forming perennial grown for its bold variegated foliage and elegant pale flowers.
The broad green leaves are edged with soft yellow-cream margins, creating a strong focal point in shaded borders or large containers.
- Height: 50–60cm
- Spread: 100–120cm
- Flower colour: near white
- Flowering time: summer
- Position: partial shade
- Soil: moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil
About Hosta 'His Honor'
Hosta 'His Honor' forms a large mound of broad, textured leaves.
The deep green centres contrast with wide creamy yellow margins, giving the foliage strong visual presence.
In summer, tall stems rise above the foliage carrying clusters of elegant flowers that are almost pure white.
The large size and bold foliage make this variety suitable as a statement plant within shaded planting schemes.
Common name:
- Plantain lily 'His Honor'
Benefits for UK Wildlife
Hosta flowers provide nectar for visiting insects.
- Flowers attract bees and other pollinators
- Provides nectar during summer
- Adds biodiversity to shade gardens
Combine with other shade perennials to support pollinating insects.
Where to Grow Hosta 'His Honor'
- Shaded garden borders
- Woodland gardens
- Under trees and shrubs
- Large patio containers
- Mixed shade planting
This large hosta works particularly well as a central feature plant or specimen in containers.
Planting Tips
- Plant rhizomes in spring or autumn.
- Choose a partially shaded position.
- Improve soil with compost or leaf mould.
- Plant with the crown just at soil level.
- Water regularly while plants establish.
Mulch annually to maintain moisture and improve soil quality.
Why Grow Hosta 'His Honor'
- Large impressive foliage
- Green leaves with creamy yellow margins
- Near-white summer flowers
- Ideal statement plant for shade borders
- Suitable for containers or woodland gardens
If you want a bold foliage plant for shaded areas, Hosta 'His Honor' provides strong structure and elegant summer flowers.