H. ‘Crepe Suzette’

Overview

Registered in 1986 by W. & E. Lachman, this small hosta cultivar is a hybrid distinguished by its dark green leaves with white to creamy white margins. The leaf blades are 5 inches (12.7 cm) long and 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide, with four vein pairs, forming a compact mound 9 inches (22.9 cm) in diameter and 4 inches (10.2 cm) tall.

In the Garden

'Hosta 'Crepe Suzette' performs best in partial to full shade and reaches a mature spread of approximately 9 inches (22.9 cm) with a height of 4 inches (10.2 cm). Its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, where it pairs well with other small perennials such as heucheras or ferns. It is also well adapted to container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage and may require protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.