Hosta 'Pandora's Box' - 2026

Hosta 'Pandora's Box' is a charming miniature perennial that adds a touch of elegance to shaded garden areas. Its heart-shaped, deeply corrugated leaves feature a creamy-white centre with irregular blue-green margins and subtle green streaks where the white meets the blue, creating a striking contrast that brightens darker corners of the garden. The foliage forms a dense, rounded mound, providing structure and visual interest even when the plant is not in bloom.

In early summer, ‘Pandora's Box’ produces upright scapes adorned with pale lavender, tubular flowers that rise above the foliage, attracting pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies. It thrives in moist, well-drained, organically rich soil and prefers partial shade to full shade, performing well in sheltered positions away from harsh afternoon sun. Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance and shows good resistance to slugs, making it a reliable and vibrant addition to shaded garden spaces. Its compact size and bold variegation make it an excellent choice for small gardens, containers, or as a ground cover in woodland settings.