Hosta ‘Banana Kid’ – Compact Golden Foliage for Shady Borders
Hosta ‘Banana Kid’ is a beautifully compact hosta, prized for its cheerful, banana-yellow foliage and neat, well-behaved habit. The thick, heart-shaped leaves emerge fresh green in spring before quickly developing bright golden centres, neatly framed by darker green margins. This strong colour contrast brings light and warmth to shaded borders, woodland gardens, and containers.
Despite its smaller size, ‘Banana Kid’ makes a real impact, forming a dense, tidy clump that works perfectly at the front of borders or in pots where its foliage can be enjoyed up close. In midsummer, slender stems rise above the leaves carrying soft lavender flowers, adding a gentle floral accent without distracting from the foliage display.
Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow, this hosta thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Its thick leaves offer good resistance to slug damage compared to thinner-leaved varieties, making it a practical as well as attractive choice.
Bright, compact, and dependable, Hosta ‘Banana Kid’ is an excellent option for gardeners looking to add colour, texture, and structure to smaller spaces or shaded planting schemes.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
