H. ‘Petticoat Pink’

Overview

Registered in 2001 by Japanese breeder H. Sugita, this small hosta cultivar is visually distinguished by its glossy, variegated foliage and pale lavender flowers borne on scapes held at a 45-degree angle. The ovate leaves feature light green margins with slight rippling, a very shiny upper surface, and a dull underside, with eight prominent vein pairs. Its pod parent is *Hosta kikutii* var. *caput-avis*; the pollen parent is unknown.

In the Garden

This slow-growing, mound-forming plant reaches approximately 14.5 inches (36.8 cm) in height and 25.5 inches (64.8 cm) in diameter at maturity, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container cultivation. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its compact size and glossy foliage also make it an effective groundcover in small shaded areas.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, protection from slugs and deer may be necessary in garden settings.