H. ‘Beet Salad’

Overview

Registered in 2009, *Hosta* 'Beet Salad' is a small, mound-forming cultivar notable for its bright beet red petioles and red-edged scapes, which contrast with light green, variegated leaves. The scapes and petioles are dark beet red, and the flowers are dark reddish purple, making the plant visually distinctive through multiple seasons.

In the Garden

'Beet Salad' reaches approximately 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter and 11 inches (27.9 cm) in height, forming a compact mound suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras. Its small size and tidy habit make it an excellent choice for troughs or mixed containers.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and take protective measures if needed.