H. ‘PeeDee Gold Flash’

Overview

Registered in 1987, this small hosta cultivar originated as a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Kabitan'. It is visually distinctive for its bright yellow-green leaf margins that contrast with the darker green center, creating a gold-edged appearance on compact foliage.

In the Garden

This cultivar reaches approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and spreads to 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins remain most vibrant, and pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant perennials such as *Heuchera*.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.