H. ‘Gertie’

Overview

A sport of *Hosta* 'Pearl Lake' registered in 2009 by K. Walek, 'Gertie' is a small, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its dark green leaves with chartreuse green streaking and creamy white to white, slightly rippled margins. The leaf surface is dull and moderately corrugated, with an ovate shape and cordate base.

In the Garden

'Gertie' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 40 inches (101.6 cm) and a height of 15 inches (38.1 cm), forming a dense, mounded clump. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings due to its compact size. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small shade-tolerant perennials complement its muted foliage tones.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.