Hosta ‘Gold Drop’ Hosta 'Gold Drop' Type:hostasPerennials Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinatorslow-maintenanceresistant: diseasestriking foliagetolerant of black walnuttolerates clay soil Hardiness:Zone 3 – 9 Mature Height:8-12in Light:part to full shade (4 hours or less sun)shade (northern exposure) Water:drought tolerantrequires regular watering Bloom Color:lavender Bloom Shape:trumpet Bloom Time:summer Foliage:gold Description Compact hosta grows 12” h x 33” w, with bright, heart-shaped leaves topped with lavender blooms in midsummer. This fast grower makes a great edger. Parent – venusta x ‘August Moon’ (Anderson 1977)