H. ‘Honey Hill Pins and Needles’

Overview

Registered in 1999, this small hosta cultivar is a hybrid of *Hosta ventricosa* and produces a compact, mound-like form reaching 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) in diameter. Its blue-green leaves are distinguished by dark green, slightly rippled margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a glaucous bloom on the underside, with a rounded leaf base and seven vein pairs.

In the Garden

'Honey Hill Pins and Needles' performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and reaches a mature spread of approximately 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 cm) with a height of 8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm). Its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border, where it pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. The plant is also well-suited for container cultivation due to its compact habit.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. This cultivar is moderately susceptible to slug damage and may require protection in damp conditions; deer browsing is also a potential concern in typical hosta-growing zones.