Hosta ‘Gold Standard’ Hosta ‘Gold Standard’ Type:hostasperennials Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinatorslow-maintenancestriking foliage Hardiness:Zone 3 – 9 Mature Height:24-36in Light:part sun/afternoon shade (eastern exposure)shade (northern exposure) Water:requires regular watering Bloom Color:lavender Bloom Shape:trumpet Bloom Time:spring Foliage:chartreuse Description Creating excellent foliage contrast, heart-shaped foliage emerges green and matures to golden with a dark green edge. Pale lavender flowers on spikes above the foliage.