H. ‘Prairie Sum Shine’

Overview

Registered in 2009 as a sport of *Hosta* 'Sum and Substance', 'Prairie Sum Shine' is a giant-sized cultivar distinguished by its large, nearly round leaves with green centers and gold margins. The margins remain yellow throughout the growing season, and the plant exhibits a more controlled, moderate growth habit than its parent.

In the Garden

'Prairie Sum Shine' forms a mound 22 inches (55.9 cm) tall and 48 inches (121.9 cm) wide, making it suitable as a specimen or accent in partial to full shade. Its substantial leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade perennials; the gold margins provide contrast against darker foliage. The plant's moderate growth rate and tidy habit reduce the need for frequent division.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, 'Prairie Sum Shine' is susceptible to slug damage; monitor and manage as needed. It is hardy in typical hosta-growing zones.