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’
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