H. ‘Limey Lisa’

Overview

Registered in 2009 by K. Walek (AHS), this miniature hosta forms a dense, low mound of blue-green foliage. The leaves are small (2in/5.1cm long, 1.5in/3.8cm wide), ovate with rounded bases, and feature dull upper surfaces with a thick glaucous bloom beneath. Despite the blue-green leaf color, the cultivar name references the pale, lime-like undertone that can appear in certain light conditions.

In the Garden

Mature plants reach approximately 21in (53.3cm) in diameter and 6in (15.2cm) in height, with a compact, mound-like habit and fast growth rate. Suitable for shaded borders, rock gardens, or container culture due to its miniature size. Pairs well with other small perennials such as tiarella or heuchera in woodland settings.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during establishment, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Slugs may damage the foliage; deer resistance is typical for hostas but not guaranteed.