H. ‘Pauline’

Overview

Registered in 1987 by D. Stone and P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Pauline' is a small variegated cultivar of unknown parentage. Its leaves are dark green with slight undulating margins, and the plant forms a compact, rounded mound.

In the Garden

'Pauline' reaches a mature diameter of 22 inches (55.9 cm) and a height of 13 inches (33.0 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or dwarf astilbes.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Pauline' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be warranted in areas where these pests are prevalent.