H. ‘Envy’

Overview

Registered in 2013, *Hosta* 'Envy' is a medium-sized cultivar bred from the cross of *H.* 'Neat Splash' and *H.* 'Gosan Sunproof'. It is visually distinctive for its ovate, heavily folded leaves that form a funnel-like appearance, with a very shiny blue-green center and creamy white, slightly rippled margins.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a round, mound-like clump reaching 26 inches (66 cm) in diameter and 14 inches (36 cm) in height, with a medium to fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its compact habit makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded rockeries. The shiny foliage provides contrast when paired with finer-textured shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras.

Care Notes

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