H. ‘Irish Jig’

Overview

Registered in 2012, *Hosta* 'Irish Jig' is a small-sized cultivar derived from *Hosta* 'Zany Janie' (pod parent) with unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its lance-shaped, dark green leaves edged with a pure white, heavily rippled margin approximately 0.375 inches (1.0 cm) wide, and its compact, mound-like habit.

In the Garden

'Irish Jig' forms a dense mound 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter at maturity, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its small size makes it well-suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small shade-tolerant perennials complement its white-margined foliage.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Irish Jig' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.