• Medium
  • Perennial
  • Zones 3–9
  • Lavender
  • Single

Guacamole

Perennial medium hosta in lavender and white, blooming in late summer. Large flared near-white to pale lavender flowers on scapes about 36 inches tall. USDA zones 3–9.

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Leaves of Guacamole hosta up close
Leaves of Guacamole hosta up close

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A Guacamole hosta clump growing in a shade garden
A Guacamole hosta clump growing in a shade garden

At a glance

Flower form
Medium Single
Colors
  • Lavender
  • White
Blend
Blooms
Late summer
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
1½–2 ft (46–61 cm) Spread: 3–4½ ft (97–137 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun, Part sun, Part shade, Full shade
Hardiness
USDA zones 3–9 Perennial
Planted as
Plant
Botanical name
Hosta hybrid

In the garden

  • Hummingbirds
  • Frequently severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)
  • RHS Award of Garden Merit

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Origin

Sport of 'Fragrant Bouquet' by R. Solberg (1994); American Hosta Growers Association Hosta of the Year 2002.

Bred by R. Solberg, 1994

Sources

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  • NH HostasLive plant

    35mm Starter Plug

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    $6.00Checked Sep 30, 2026, may have changed
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    Fall

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    $17.00Checked Oct 14, 2026
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    Plant - 5" Deep Pot

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    $18.99Checked Oct 14, 2026
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    $22.00Checked Oct 14, 2026
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    $31.06Checked Oct 14, 2026
  • Garden Goods DirectLive plant

    1 Gallon Pot / Single

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    $34.95Checked Oct 14, 2026

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All photos

  • Leaves of Guacamole hosta up close
    Leaves of Guacamole hosta up close
  • A Guacamole hosta clump growing in a shade garden
    A Guacamole hosta clump growing in a shade garden

Questions

Is Guacamole hardy in my zone?

Guacamole survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 3 to 9. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.

Does Guacamole need full sun?

Guacamole grows in full sun, part sun, part shade, or full shade.

When does Guacamole bloom?

Guacamole blooms in late summer.

Is Guacamole good for cutting?

Our sources don't list Guacamole as a cut flower or give a vase life for it.

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Leaves of Fire and Ice hosta up close Fire and Ice Reverse sport of Patriot with white-centered, green-edged leaves in a compact upright mound. MediumMidsummerMedium height
Leaves of First Frost hosta up close First Frost Sport of Halcyon with blue-green leaves and gold margins that turn white, in a 16 inch mound. MediumMidsummerMedium height

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Leaves of August Moon hosta up close August Moon Gold-leaved hosta with seersuckered leaves in a 20 to 24 inch mound and pale lavender to white flowers. LargeLate summerMedium height
Leaves of Blue Angel hosta up close Blue Angel Giant blue-green hosta forming a 3 by 4 foot mound, with pale lavender to white summer flowers. GiantMidsummerTall
Leaves of Blue Cadet hosta up close Blue Cadet Compact hosta with heart-shaped blue leaves in a round 12 inch clump and lavender flowers. SmallLate springMedium height
Leaves of Blue Hawaii hosta up close Blue Hawaii Vase-shaped hosta with large, heart-shaped, powdery blue leaves and pale lavender summer flowers. GiantEarly summerTall

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