H. ‘Kitty Hawk’

Overview

Registered in 2000, 'Kitty Hawk' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar derived from a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Sum and Substance'. It is visually distinctive for its green leaves with golden yellow margins, a rounded leaf base, and a slightly shiny upper surface with a dull underside.

In the Garden

'Kitty Hawk' reaches a mature diameter of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 18 inches (45.7 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It is suitable for partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it appropriate for border fronts or mixed shade beds, though it is not typically recommended for containers due to its spread.

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, so monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.