H. ‘Mingo’

Overview

Registered in 2007, ‘Mingo’ is a medium-sized variegated hosta of unknown parentage. Its ovate leaves have medium green margins and flat surfaces, with a slight sheen on both sides, and the plant is notably floriferous, producing abundant blooms.

In the Garden

‘Mingo’ forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 62 inches (157.5 cm) in diameter and 22 inches (55.9 cm) in height, with leaves 7 inches (17.8 cm) long and 5.2 inches (13.2 cm) wide bearing 8 to 10 vein pairs. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for hostas, and its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slug and deer resistance is not specified, standard protective measures are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.