Old Yeller™ - Hosta

Hosta ‘Old Yeller’ is a vigorous, mounded hosta with broad, heavy leaves and deeply impressed veins. Afternoon shade helps its yellow foliage remain bright through summer, while light lavender flowers add a softer color contrast. ## Foliage and scale A garden listing describes an approximate mound 14–16 inches tall and 24 inches across, with fertile lavender flowers. Ball Seed also identifies ‘Old Yeller’ as a shade or partial-sun hosta with a mounded habit and light lavender blooms. Allow room for the broad leaves and the clump’s eventual spread. ## Siting Part shade is a practical placement, especially where the plant receives afternoon protection. Ball Seed lists USDA hardiness zones 4a–8b. The yellow leaves are the primary display feature; a spot where morning or filtered light reaches the foliage helps show its color without prolonged hot afternoon exposure. ## Maintenance Leave room for the mound to widen and keep an eye on leaf color during summer. The grower notes that afternoon shade helps the yellow stay bright. Check the crown and surrounding soil for steady establishment, and remove damaged foliage as needed. [Ball Seed: Hosta Old Yeller](https://info.ballseed.com/PlantInfo/?phid=033600001051901) · [In the Country Garden: ‘Old Yeller’](https://shop.inthecountrygardenandgifts.com/products/hosta-old-yeller)