H. ‘Nancy Minks’

Overview

Registered in 1983 by E. Minks, this small hosta forms a compact clump of blue-green leaves edged in white. The leaf margins are described as cream-blue-green, creating a distinct variegated appearance on a diminutive plant.

In the Garden

'Harry Minks' performs best in partial to full shade, reaching a mature size of approximately 6 to 8 inches in height and 12 to 14 inches in spread. Its small stature makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, where it pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or woodland groundcovers. The compact habit also suits container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.