Hosta Red Ninja
A truly revolutionary Hosta, ‘Red Ninja’ redefines what gardeners can expect from foliage colour.
For years, breeders and plant lovers alike have chased the dream of a hosta with true, lasting red foliage. Wide varieties hinted at red, only to fade as the season progressed. Hosta ‘Red Ninja’ changes that narrative entirely.
Developed as a full-plant mutation of Hosta ‘First Blush’, this variety takes red colouration even further. Its leaves emerge in the spring with rich, intense red tones, complemented by deep green margins, and they retain that colour deep into summer.
From late summer into early autumn, ‘Red Ninja’ produces delicate purple flowers, rising above the leaves and adding a fresh seasonal layer of interest when many other shade plants are beginning to fade, making this ground-cover plant visually colourful across the seasons.
Its versatility is another key strength. Low-maintenance and well-behaved, ‘Red Ninja’ works beautifully in:
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Mixed borders
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Shady garden beds
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Containers on balconies and terraces
How to Grow Hosta ‘Red Ninja’
Despite its exotic appearance, Hosta ‘Red Ninja’ is refreshingly easy to grow.
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Height: Up to 35cm
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Position: Partial shade, ideally with gentle morning sun to enhance leaf colour
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Soil: Moist but well-drained
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Hardiness: Fully hardy down to –23 °C
Once established, it requires minimal care, making it ideal for both experienced gardeners and confident beginners looking to add something special to their planting palette.
Breeder: Ninja Kramer. Exhibitor: Sienna Hosta. Supplier: Fairweather’s Nursery.
