H. ‘Maraschino Cherry’

Overview

Registered in 1999, 'Maraschino Cherry' is a sport of *Hosta* 'Cherry Berry' distinguished by its small, mound-forming habit and variegated foliage. The leaves feature dark green, slightly glossy margins with a tapered base, while the petioles and scapes exhibit a purple-red coloration that extends 20 to 36 inches (50.8–91.4 cm) above the mound.

In the Garden

This cultivar reaches 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and spreads to 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter, forming a dense, fast-growing clump suitable for the front of borders or as edging in partial to full shade. Its small size and compact habit make it appropriate for container cultivation or rock gardens. Companion plants with contrasting foliage, such as ferns or *Heuchera*, complement its variegated leaves.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Typical hosta-growing zones apply; slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed with appropriate barriers or deterrents.