Hosta 'Maui Buttercups'

Hosta 'Maui Buttercups': Golden Charm in a Perfect Cup

Delightfully sunny and neatly compact, Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' glows in the shade with rich, golden-yellow leaves that are deeply cupped and beautifully corrugated. Each leaf has a polished, almost leathery texture that resists slugs and holds colour throughout the season. Pure white flowers bloom in midsummer, arching gently above the rounded foliage mound.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 25–30 cm
• Spread: 45–60 cm, forming a dense, mounded clump
• Flower Colour: White
• Flowering Period: Midsummer
• Foliage: Bright yellow, heavily puckered, and deeply cupped with a glossy texture
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial to full shade (tolerates morning sun)
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil

Uses and Benefits: Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' is a glowing accent for the front of shady borders, containers, or tucked into woodland edges. Its sunny hue and tidy size brighten darker areas and make an excellent foil for blue- or green-leaved hostas. With its slug-resistant foliage and long-lasting colour, it’s both charming and reliable in small-scale plantings.

Companion Plants: Pair Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' with Heuchera 'Berry Timeless', whose cool-toned foliage and pink blooms contrast beautifully with the hosta’s golden leaves. Add the graceful fronds of Polystichum 'Tassel Fern' to lend soft texture and structure. Complete the look with Carex 'Bowles Golden', a golden sedge that echoes the hosta’s colouring while introducing fine, arching blades.

Care Instructions: Plant in partial shade with rich, consistently moist soil. Tolerates some morning sun, which enhances the leaf colour, but avoid harsh afternoon exposure. Water during dry periods and clean up old foliage in spring. Divide every 3–4 years if needed to maintain vigour.

History: Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' is a cross between 'Frances Williams' and 'Shining Tot', selected for its compact form, bold colour, and excellent leaf texture. It remains one of the best gold hostas for small spaces and container displays.

Final Thoughts: Cheerful and compact, Hosta 'Maui Buttercups' is a golden treasure for shady corners—perfect for brightening your garden with colour, texture, and charm in every well-formed leaf.