H. ‘Lakeside Ladyfinger’

Overview

Registered in 1997 by Lakeside Gardens, 'Lakeside Ladyfinger' is a small hosta cultivar derived from two unnamed Lakeside seedlings. It is visually distinctive for its narrow, lanceolate leaves—4.5 inches long by 1.5 inches wide—with creamy white margins that feature heavy rippling, contrasting against a light green center.

In the Garden

This hosta forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 16 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in height, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is well-suited for rock gardens, edging, or container cultivation due to its small stature. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small woodland perennials complement its fine-textured foliage.

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 the foliage, so monitor regularly and employ control measures as needed.