Shadowland? Miss America Hosta - Hosta 'Miss America'

Shadowland® Miss America Hosta (Hosta 'Miss America')

The Shadowland® Miss America Hosta is a striking shade-loving perennial known for its bold green and white variegated foliage and elegant summer blooms. Botanically classified as Hosta 'Miss America', this award-winning variety was named the Proven Winners® National Hosta of the Year®. Many gardeners choose to buy Shadowland® Miss America Hosta plants online because they provide dramatic foliage contrast while thriving in shaded areas with minimal care.

Landscaping Uses

Shadowland® Miss America Hostas are ideal for shaded garden beds, woodland gardens, and landscape borders. Their lush foliage creates beautiful ground coverage beneath trees, along shaded walkways, or in mixed perennial beds. They also perform well in decorative containers on patios and shaded balconies where their variegated leaves brighten darker spaces.

Specifications

Height: 19 in
Width: Up to 55 in spread
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with organic matter
Bloom Season: Summer
USDA Zones: 3–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Bold green and white variegated foliage brightens shade gardens
• Elegant lavender-tinted white flowers in summer
• Cold hardy perennial that returns year after year
• Low-maintenance plant ideal for shaded landscapes

Planting & Care

Plant Shadowland® Miss America Hostas in partial to full shade with rich, well-drained soil. Dig a hole about twice the width of the root ball and plant so the crown sits level with the surrounding soil. Backfill with soil and water thoroughly to settle the roots. Apply mulch around the plant to retain moisture and keep the roots cool. Water regularly during dry periods to maintain evenly moist soil. In early spring, apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer to encourage strong growth. Remove spent flower stems after blooming and trim any damaged leaves as needed to keep the plant looking tidy.