H. ‘Tupelo Honey’

Overview

Registered in 2011 by an unknown hybridizer, *Hosta* 'Tupelo Honey' is a large cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with gold margins. The leaf blades are ovate with cordate bases, lightly wavy margins, and a slightly shiny upper surface contrasting with a dull underside.

In the Garden

'Tupelo Honey' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and 45 inches (114.3 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, where its gold-margined foliage remains most vibrant. This large specimen works well as a groundcover or accent in shaded borders, paired with ferns, heucheras, or shade-tolerant grasses.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many broad-leaved hostas, 'Tupelo Honey' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed.