A multitude of twisting green leaves, each with a white blaze down its center, comprise this unique hosta. Ground-hugging foliage stays a compact 6 inches tall. 'Hideout' adds motion to a shady spot with morning sun and dons lavender flowers in summer.

Scientific Name: Hosta 'Hideout'

Common Name: Hideout Hosta

Garden Size: 2-6 inches tall by 10-14 inches wide; scape height 10-15 inches

Growth Rate: Fast

USDA Zone: 3-9

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Water & Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Habit (Form): Mounding, Compact

Foliage: Densely clustered, wavy, lance-shaped leaves with creamy white centers and green margins. Asymmetrical wavy edges give the leaves a hooked shape, making them point in all directions.

Flowers: Lavender, tube-shaped flowers that grow on pale, pinkish 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: IV-6a (Small Leaved; Green or Blue Margined; Yellow, White, or Chartreuse Center)

Parentage: Sport of H. 'Hidden Cove'