Plantain Lily 'June'

About this plant

Known for its vibrant, tri-color foliage, Hosta 'June' features thick, heart-shaped leaves with an irregular chartreuse-gold center surrounded by a wide, blue-green margin. As the season progresses, the chartreuse may lighten to a creamy yellow, offering a dynamic and ever-changing display in your garden. Its compact, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for borders, containers, or mass plantings. In mid to late summer, 'June' sends up graceful scapes adorned with delicate, lavender-blue bell-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds. This hosta is a superb choice for adding texture and color to shady garden areas, performing beautifully even in less-than-ideal conditions. Its robust growth and disease resistance contribute to its widespread appeal among gardeners.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Plant in well-drained, organically rich soil. Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Remove spent flower stalks to maintain a tidy appearance. Divide clumps every 3-5 years or when overcrowding occurs to promote vigor. Protect from slugs and snails, which can be a common pest for hostas.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.