H. ‘Tokudama Flavoplanata’

Overview

Registered in 1987 by F. Maekawa and the American Hosta Society, this medium-sized sport of *Hosta* 'Tokudama' is distinguished by its blue-green leaves with medium yellow-gold margins. The leaf blades are described as medium yellow-blue green with contrasting margins, a color pattern that persists through the growing season.

In the Garden

'Hokudama Flavoplanata' forms a medium-sized clump, with scapes reaching up to 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue-green leaf centers and gold margins develop their strongest contrast. This cultivar pairs well with other shade perennials such as ferns, *Heuchera*, and *Astilbe*, and is suitable for woodland borders or shaded foundation plantings. Its medium stature makes it appropriate for the middle of a mixed border.

Care Notes

Plant in moist, well-drained soil and water regularly during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in gardens where these pests are prevalent.