H. ‘Piper Cub’

Overview

Registered in 2002, *Hosta* 'Piper Cub' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H.* 'Glacier Cascade' as its pod parent. It is visually distinctive for its dense, mound-like habit and bright yellow, heavily rippled leaf margins that contrast with the green leaf centers, with the yellow coloration most intense early in the growing season.

In the Garden

'Piper Cub' forms a compact mound 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. Its small size and dense foliage make it well suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as an edging plant in partial to full shade. It pairs effectively with other small hostas or fine-textured shade perennials and is suitable for container cultivation.

Care Notes

Plant in moist, well-draining soil and water regularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.