H. ‘Friday Morning Coffee’

Overview

Registered in 2010, *Hosta* 'Friday Morning Coffee' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its intensely blue-green leaves with light green, slightly rippled margins. The broadly ovate, deeply cupped foliage is deeply corrugated, with 8 to 9 vein pairs and a dull underside, creating a textured, mound-like form.

In the Garden

This cultivar reaches 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its compact size makes it suitable for containers, rock gardens, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and small woodland perennials that complement its blue-green tones.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, so monitor and manage as needed; deer are also potential pests.