H. ‘Fort Salonga’

Overview

Registered in 2003 from unknown parentage, *Hosta* 'Fort Salonga' is a small, fast-growing cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with heavily rippled margins that display unstable streaks of pale yellow, yellow, golden yellow, and creamy white. The rosette-forming plant reaches 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, with lance-shaped leaves of heavy substance measuring 7 inches (17.8 cm) long and 3 inches (7.6 cm) wide, each bearing 8 to 10 vein pairs and a slightly shiny surface on both sides.

In the Garden

'Fort Salonga' performs best in partial to full shade, where its variegated foliage maintains contrast without scorching. With a mature spread of approximately 12 inches, it suits the front of borders, rock gardens, or small woodland settings, and its compact size makes it well suited for container cultivation. Companion plants such as ferns, *Heuchera*, or small sedges complement its blue-green and cream tones without overwhelming the scale.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitor regularly and use barriers or repellents as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.