H. ‘Neat Splash Rim’

Overview

Registered with the American Hosta Society in 1986, 'Neat Splash Rim' is a small-sized hybrid cultivar notable for its narrow, lanceolate leaves with green centers and creamy white margins. The leaf margins are described as "other" in registry records, indicating an irregular or splashed pattern distinct from typical solid margins. The plant produces a compact clump reaching 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and 26 inches (66.0 cm) in diameter, with leaves measuring 7.25 inches (18.4 cm) long and 2.75 inches (7.0 cm) wide, bearing 6 to 7 pairs of veins.

In the Garden

This small hosta is well-suited for shaded borders, rock gardens, or as an edging plant in partial to full shade conditions. Its compact dimensions make it appropriate for container cultivation or small garden spaces where its variegated foliage provides textural contrast. For companion plantings, consider pairing with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns, *Heuchera*, or *Tiarella* to complement the bold leaf shape and white margins.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard hosta maintenance includes division every 3 to 5 years to maintain vigor; monitor for slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.