• A close-up of a Hosta 'Orange Marmalade' plant with vibrant green leaves and a fiery orange center.
  • Close-up of a Hosta root with many light-colored roots extending from the main rhizome.
Fall Preorder
Ships October 2026

Hosta Roots - Orange Marmalade

This gorgeous ornamental transitions from gold to white as the season progresses

Size
Season
Trusted by 4M+ Gardeners
Grow Guarantee
Fast Shipping
Secure
Shipped from Asheville, NC

About the Variety

Up to 20% off

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Hummingbirds
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Ground Cover
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Hosta

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Shade
  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Spreading

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 12 to 20 inches

COLOR

  • Green
  • Yellow

Our Orange Marmalade Hosta has leaves that emerge slightly quilted and green but quickly develop a yellow center with a hint of orange and dark green margins. As the season progresses, the centers lighten to an off-white. The dark green margins remain. It's one of the many hostas with transformational powers!

  • • Note: Fall-Planted Hostas Ship to All Zones Beginning in October
  • • Mid Summer Blooming, Easy to Grow, Pollinator Attractor
  • • Perennial, and is a big bright eye opener! This is a customer favorite.

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Top of Root Should Be No More Than 1 inches Below Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
2 Roots / Ships in Fall Up to 1 Sq. Ft
4 Roots / Ships in Fall Up to 2 Sq. Ft
10 Roots / Ships in Fall Up to 5 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Hosta Planting Guide to learn more.

Ready to Grow

We guarantee that our seeds & bulbs will be true to type and ready to thrive. If something doesn't grow as expected, we will make it right. Questions? Call us at 855-440-2929

Hosta Roots - Orange Marmalade

$20.39

Companion Plants

Gardening Tools

Hosta Roots - Orange Marmalade FAQs

What size bulbs will I receive with Orange Marmalade Hosta?

Orange Marmalade Hosta is graded No. 1.

What is Orange Marmalade Hosta also known as?

Orange Marmalade Hosta is also known as Plantain Lily.

What type of bulb is Orange Marmalade Hosta grown from?

Orange Marmalade Hosta is grown from a root.

Grown by Our Community • All hosta