Choosing the Best Hosta for Your Zodiac Sign: A Hosta Guide Inspired by Astrology

With the New Year beginning this week, it’s the perfect time to start fresh and explore the unique connection between gardening and astrology. If you’re a plant lover who’s also curious about how your zodiac sign might align with the natural world, we’ve paired each astrological sign with a hosta from Hosta Heaven that reflects its unique traits.

Whether you’re an Aries looking to channel bold energy or a Pisces drawn to dreamy aesthetics, there’s a hosta match waiting for you. This guide will help you with choosing the best hostas for your zodiac sign and your garden.

Hosta and Zodiac Pairings for Choosing the Best Hosta

H. Fire Island, bold and fiery.

Aries (March 21 - April 19) Hosta Match: Fire Island

Aries is bold, energetic, and loves to stand out, just like Fire Island with its vibrant yellow leaves that transition to bright green. This hosta’s striking appearance matches Aries’ fiery passion.

H. Empress Wu, grand and luxurious.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Hosta Match: Empress Wu

Taurus is grounded, reliable, and drawn to beauty and luxury. Empress Wu, with its massive size and commanding presence, perfectly suits Taurus’ love for nature and grandeur.

H. Wild Imagination, unusual and dynamic.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20) Hosta Match: Wild Imagination

Gemini thrives on versatility and adaptability. Wild Imagination’s unusual foliage pattern and dynamic growth mirror Gemini’s dual nature and love for variety.

H. Hope Springs Eternal, soft and calming.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Hosta Match: Hope Springs Eternal

Cancer is nurturing, sentimental, and values comfort. Hope Springs Eternal, with its soft, heart-shaped leaves and calming blue-green tones, evokes a sense of home and emotional connection.

H. Great Expectations, bold and dramatic.

Leo (July 23 - August 22) Hosta Match: Great Expectations

Leos love to shine and be the center of attention. Great Expectations, with its bold, golden-centered leaves and dramatic size, reflects Leo’s vibrant and confident personality.

H. Touch of Class, elegant and refined.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22) Hosta Match: Touch of Class

Virgo is detail-oriented, organized, and values practicality. Touch of Class, with its elegant blue leaves and sharp yellow margins, perfectly embodies Virgo’s precision and taste for refinement.

H. Hudson Bay, harmonious and balanced.

Libra (September 23 - October 22) Hosta Match: Hudson Bay

Libra loves balance, harmony, and beauty. Hudson Bay, with its stunning blue-green leaves edged in creamy white, creates a perfectly balanced and visually appealing display.

H. Pandora's Box, dramatic and intriguing.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Hosta Match: Pandora’s Box

Scorpio is intense, mysterious, and loves depth. Pandora’s Box, with its dark green margins and bright white centers, mirrors Scorpio’s dramatic and intriguing energy.

H. Above the Clouds, adventurous and expansive.

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Hosta Match: Above the Clouds

Sagittarius is adventurous, optimistic, and free-spirited. Above the Clouds’ unique blue foliage evokes the expansive, open skies that Sagittarius loves to explore.

H. Tokudama Flavocircinalis, steady and reliable.

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Hosta Match: Tokudama Flavocircinalis

Capricorns are hardworking, practical, and appreciate structure. Tokudama Flavocircinalis, with its thick, textured leaves and reliable growth, reflects Capricorn’s steady and grounded nature.

H. Blue Mouse Ears, quirky and unexpected.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Hosta Match: Blue Mouse Ears

Aquarius is often characterized by its innovation, individuality, and originality. H. Blue Mouse Ears, with its distinct small, rounded, blue-gray leaves and unique form, fits the Aquarian spirit of standing out from the crowd and embracing the unexpected. It’s quirky and different, much like the Aquarian personality.

H. Forbidden Fruit, romantic and imaginative.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Hosta Match: Forbidden Fruit

Pisces is imaginative, sensitive, and drawn to dreamy aesthetics. Forbidden Fruit, with its glowing golden leaves bordered by dark green, captures Pisces’ ethereal and romantic nature.

Explore these and other incredible hostas available at Hosta Heaven. Whether you’re matching your zodiac sign or simply choosing the best hostas for your garden, there’s a perfect plant waiting for you.

Please note, I’m not an astrologer—I’m a gardener! These pairings are purely for fun, inspired by a casual interest in astrology and a deep love for hostas. I hope they bring a smile to your face and maybe even a new favorite plant to your garden.