A large hosta of moderate growth rate, Hosta 'Brother Stefan' (Plantain Lily) forms a wide, open mound of thick, heavily seersuckered, medium green leaves with brilliant golden-yellow centers resembling hand prints or maple leaves. In spring, the margin may have a waxy coating making it appear more blue, and the center may be more chartreuse. Bell-shaped, pure white blooms appear in a dense raceme in late spring or early summer, rising on scapes 26 in. tall (65 cm). This spectacular hosta enjoys a good slug resistance and stands out when placed among plain green leaves in the shade garden.

• Grows up to 20 in. tall (50 cm) and 36 in. wide (90 cm).
• A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in rich, moist, well-drained soils.
• Perfect for the shade gardens, mixed with other perennials, as groundcover, edging, underplanting shrubs.
• Attracts both hummingbirds and songbirds
• Watch for slugs and snails which could damage the attractive foliage.
• Cut off the stems after blooming to encourage the plant's growth. Discolored leaves should be trimmed back to the ground.