H. ‘Maid Marian’

Overview

Registered in 2000, *Hosta* 'Maid Marian' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its creamy white leaf centers framed by wide, medium green margins with heavy rippling, creating a pronounced variegated effect on a compact mound.

In the Garden

'Maid Marian' forms a dense, rounded mound reaching approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or dwarf astilbes. Its small stature and tidy habit also make it an excellent choice for trough gardens or mixed containers.

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, 'Maid Marian' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate deterrents may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.