The leaves of this wavy sport of H. 'Mighty Mouse' have blue-green centers and wide, gold margins with big, loopy undulations. Colors brighten in summer to green and ivory, and lavender flowers top the foliage. A fun, compact mound of cascading ruffles.

Scientific Name: Hosta 'Mini Skirt'

Common Name: Mini Skirt Hosta

Garden Size: 5-7 inches tall by 13-14 inches wide; scape height 7-12 inches

Growth Rate: Most hostas have a moderate to fast growth rate.

USDA Zone: 3-9

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Water & Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Habit (Form): Mounding, Compact

Foliage: A compact mound of tiny, sturdy leaves with very wavy margins. The leaves have blue-green centers and wide yellow edges in spring, and the colors brighten to green and creamy white in summer.

Flowers: Lavender, tube-shaped flowers that grow on scapes above the foliage. Blooms early to mid summer.

Plant Origin: East Asia, primarily Japan and Korea. Most commercially available hostas are hybrids.

Wildlife Support: Hummingbirds and some bees enjoy the flowers. A favorite treat for our local deer.

Fertilizing: Apply compost in early spring before new growth emerges.

Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks to encourage new growth; trim back damaged or yellowing leaves as needed. Leave the leaves over the winter and wait until early spring to clean up.

ASPCA Toxicity flags (see their site for details): Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

Uses: Ideal for shade gardens, woodland borders, and container plantings.

AHS Classification: V-4b (Miniature Leaved, White Margined, Green to Blue Center)

Parentage: Sport of H. ‘Mighty Mouse’