H. ‘Kiwi Dreadlocks’

Overview

Registered in 2000, this small hosta cultivar originated as a hybrid seedling. 'Kiwi Dreadlocks' is visually distinctive for its variegated foliage with mottled, slightly rippled leaf margins and a dull upper surface contrasting with a slightly shiny underside.

In the Garden

'Kiwi Dreadlocks' forms a compact mound reaching 11.8 inches (30.0 cm) in height and 19.7 inches (50.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small woodland perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or epimediums. Its small size makes it suitable for troughs, containers, or the front of a shaded border.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.