Hosta Rainforest Sunrise

Hosta ‘Rainforest Sunrise’ is a vibrant, high-contrast sport of the popular ‘Maui Buttercups’. This stunning small hosta features thick, glossy leaves with a rich butter-yellow center surrounded by a bold, emerald-to-black-green margin. The colors intensify as the season progresses, creating a glowing, almost fluorescent look in the garden.

Compact but eye-catching, this variety forms a small clump around 16" wide with excellent substance and durability. It is slightly more vigorous than its parent, making it an easy grower despite its compact size. In early summer, 18" scapes rise above the foliage carrying soft lavender blooms. A standout accent hosta perfect for borders, containers, and collectors looking for strong contrast in a small plant.

Details

Size: Small, approximately 16" wide
Leaf Color: Butter-yellow center with deep green margin
Leaf Texture: Thick, glossy, heavy substance
Variegation: Strong medio-variegation
Flower: Light lavender
Flowering Period: Early summer
Scape Height: ~18"
Growth Habit: Compact, vigorous for a small hosta
Origin: Sport of ‘Maui Buttercups’
Ploidy: 2-2-2

Why Gardeners Love It

Striking fluorescent yellow center with bold dark green edge
Fantastic contrast in a compact footprint
Thick, glossy leaves with excellent durability
Easy grower and more vigorous than its parent
Soft lavender blooms that complement the rich foliage