H. ‘Bachelor Party’

Overview

Registered in 2011 by M. Zilis and J. Schwarz, *Hosta* 'Bachelor Party' is a sport of *Hosta* 'Bridegroom' distinguished by its stable, creamy white leaf margins on a medium green blade. This small-sized cultivar forms a compact, mound-like clump with ovate, moderately wavy leaves that exhibit a slight sheen on both surfaces.

In the Garden

'Bachelor Party' reaches 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and spreads to 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate that fills in quickly. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the white margins remain crisp and the green centers hold their color. The small stature and tidy habit make it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings, where it pairs well with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer climates, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.