H. ‘Lacy Belle’

Overview

Registered in 1992, *Hosta* 'Lacy Belle' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with creamy white, slightly rippled margins and a notably shiny upper surface. The leaf blades measure 6.75 inches (17.1 cm) long by 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) wide, with margins 0.5 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) wide, and bear 7 to 8 vein pairs.

In the Garden

This compact hosta reaches a mature diameter of 21 inches (53.3 cm) and a height of 12 inches (30.5 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage and white margins remain most vibrant. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and small woodland perennials that complement its low, mounding habit.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, particularly in damp conditions, though the glossy leaf surface offers some resistance; deer are known to browse hostas and may require protective measures in areas with high deer pressure.