Saint Elmo’s Fire

Hosta ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ is a cultivar of hosta that is known for its striking foliage and unique coloration. This hosta produces large, heart-shaped leaves that are a vibrant shade of chartreuse with a darker green margin. As the leaves mature, they develop a streaky, fiery-red center that gives the plant its distinctive appearance.

‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ is a medium-sized hosta that can grow up to 18 inches tall and 30 inches wide. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-draining soil. In the summer months, it produces tall stalks of lavender flowers that add an additional element of interest to the garden.