Hosta 'Risky Business' - 2026

Hosta ‘Risky Business’ is a striking perennial that stands out for its bold foliage and strong garden presence. The leaves are broad, with deep green margins and a clean, pure white central stripe, offering a striking contrast that remains fresh throughout the season. The foliage forms a dense mound, creating a bold architectural shape, while in midsummer tall stems rise above to display pale lavender-pink flowers that attract pollinators and add extra seasonal charm.

This cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils and prefers partial to full shade, though it can tolerate brighter conditions if protected from the harshest sun. Its corrugated foliage gives some resistance to slugs, making it easier to maintain than many hostas. Reliable and rewarding, it brings both structure and colour to shaded borders, woodland gardens, or container plantings.