Hosta Blazing Saddles

Hosta ‘Blazing Saddles’ — Dark Green Leaves with Extra-Wide Cream Margins

Hosta ‘Blazing Saddles’ is a striking Tony Avent introduction known for its bold contrast and wide, creamy-white leaf margins. This vigorous variety forms a large, eye-catching clump of dark green, ovate leaves edged with an unusually broad cream border. The effect is dramatic, giving the plant a crisp, layered look that brightens any shade garden.

Mature clumps reach about 18" tall and 43" across, creating a lush mound with excellent presence. In early summer, sturdy 28" green scapes rise above the foliage topped with tubular lavender blossoms. Durable, reliable, and visually impressive, ‘Blazing Saddles’ is one of the most satisfying variegated hostas to grow—equal parts bold color and robust performance.

Details

Mature Size: 18" tall × 43" wide
Leaf Size: 9" × 8"
Leaf Color: Dark green center with extra-wide creamy edge
Leaf Texture: Ovate, rounded base
Variegation: Wide edge variegation
Flower: Lavender, tubular
Flowering Period: Early summer
Scape Height: ~28"
Exposure: Part shade to light shade
Growth Habit: Large, vigorous mound
Fertile: Yes
Ploidy: 3-3-3

Why Gardeners Love It

Highly dramatic margin contrast
Reliable, vigorous grower with strong landscape presence
Tall early-summer lavender blooms
Bold, oversized creamy margins
One of the most satisfying wide-edged hostas in cultivation