Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Gerbera jamesonii
Asteraceae · flowers
Hosta spp.
Asparagaceae · flowers
Gerbera Daisy (Zones 8-11)
Hosta (Zones 3-9)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–9
| Feature | Gerbera Daisy | Hosta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gerbera jamesonii | Hosta spp. |
| Family | Asteraceae | Asparagaceae |
| Category | flowers | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Moist |
| Height | 1' 6" | 3' |
| Spread | 1' | 4' |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Mixed | White, Lavender |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | South Africa | East Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Gerbera Daisy
Hosta
Gerbera Daisy
Hosta
Choose Gerbera Daisy if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 8–11.
Choose Hosta if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 3–9.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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