Hosta, Aureomarginata HostaAureomarginata Hosta is a compact shade loving herbaceous perennial primarily grown for its foliage. The large heart shaped basal leaves are dark to olive green with irregular golden margins. Small bell like lavender flowers raise up in terminals from the rootstalk above the mound in mid summer attracting butterflies and pollinators. Best color in partial sun and moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial Height: 1' 1. 5' Spread: 1. 5' 2 Spacing: 2