Shadowland® 'Autumn Frost' Hosta

Shadowland® ‘Autumn Frost’ is a clump-forming hosta with frosty blue-green leaf centers and broad yellow margins that fade to creamy white. Pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage in summer; the breeder lists a 12-inch foliage height and a 24-inch spread for USDA Zones 3–9. [Walters Gardens](https://wgi-img.s3.amazonaws.com/cms/8d6849e0793a4366f844b039fa8f98ba.pdf) and [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/p/9792) identify these cultivar details. ## Planting Use this compact perennial in shaded borders, woodland edges, mass plantings, or containers. Part shade to shade preserves its foliage color. The [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/321458/hosta-autumn-frost-shadowland-series-v/details) lists clay, loam, sand, and chalk among suitable soils and recommends moisture with good drainage. ## Seasonal Color Leaves emerge with a cool blue-green center and bright yellow margin; the edge lightens toward cream as the season progresses. Summer brings loose clusters of pale purple flowers on upright stems. ## Maintenance Hostas benefit from consistent moisture during active growth. Remove the dead foliage after frost to reduce overwintering insect problems, as recommended by [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/p/9792).