H. ‘Honky Tonk Woman’

Overview

Registered in 2009, Hosta 'Honky Tonk Woman' is a large, mound-forming cultivar derived from H. 'Pin Stripe Sister' with an unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its nearly round, deeply corrugated leaves that are medium green with wide, flat, yellow margins.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a substantial mound 36 inches (91.4 cm) tall and 48 inches (121.9 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for variegated hostas, where the yellow leaf margins remain brightest. Its large, textured foliage provides strong contrast when paired with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns or Heuchera.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; appropriate management may be necessary in gardens where these pests are prevalent.