H. ‘Cheesecake’

Overview

Registered in 2010 by M. Zilis, this small hosta is a sport of *H. 'Vera Verde'. It forms a low, dense mound distinguished by its narrow, elliptic leaves with green centers and white margins, the latter often streaked with green. The leaf margins are flat and green, measuring approximately 0.125 inches (0.3 cm) wide.

In the Garden

*Hosta 'Cheesecake'* reaches a mature diameter of 18 inches (45.7 cm) and a height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It is best suited to partial to full shade, typical for the genus. Its small size and compact habit make it appropriate for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border, where it pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or ferns. It is also suitable for container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through cultural or physical controls.