H. ‘Peach Salsa’

Overview

Registered in 2013, 'Peach Salsa' is a small hosta cultivar originating from a cross between *Hosta* 'Strawberry Banana Sundae' and a seedling of *Hosta clausa* normalis F2. It is visually distinctive for its bright green leaves with pale yellow flat margins, combined with bright red scapes and petioles that provide strong color contrast.

In the Garden

'Peach Salsa' reaches a mature size of 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, forming a fast-growing, mound-like clump. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is well-suited for small gardens, rock gardens, or container plantings. Its compact habit pairs effectively with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs may occasionally damage foliage, the moderate leaf corrugation offers some resistance; deer may browse young shoots.