H. ‘Lorikeet’

Overview

Registered in 2005, *Hosta* 'Lorikeet' is a small-sized cultivar derived from an unnamed selfed seedling. Its most distinctive feature is the broad, wavy leaf margin that transitions from yellow to creamy white, often covering up to one-third of the leaf surface, contrasting sharply with the medium green center.

In the Garden

'Lorikeet' forms a compact clump reaching approximately 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height and 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) in spread at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the variegation remains most stable, and pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant groundcovers. Its diminutive size makes it an excellent candidate for troughs, containers, or the front of a shaded border.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Lorikeet' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate deterrents should be considered in areas where these pests are prevalent.