H. ‘My Secret’

Overview

Registered in 1999, *Hosta* 'My Secret' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its medium green leaves with greenish-yellow, slightly rippled margins and a very shiny underside.

In the Garden

This hosta forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is suitable for shaded borders, rock gardens, or container cultivation in typical hosta-growing zones. Its small stature makes it an effective edging plant or accent among other shade-tolerant perennials such as ferns or heucheras.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While hostas are generally susceptible to slugs and deer, the small, slightly rippled leaves of 'My Secret' may offer some resistance, though monitoring is recommended.