H. ‘Garden Center’

Overview

Registered in 2003, 'Garden Center' originated as a stable white-center sport from a streaked open-pollinated seedling of 'William Lachman'. This small hosta is visually distinctive for its creamy white leaf centers framed by medium green, slightly rippled margins, a color pattern that does not melt out in heat.

In the Garden

'Garden Center' forms a compact mound 10 inches (25.4 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its white centers remain most stable, and pairs well with other small hostas or shade-tolerant perennials such as ferns and heucheras. Its small size makes it suitable for container culture and front-of-border placements.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Garden Center' may require protection from slugs and deer in garden settings.