H. ‘Psalms’

Overview

Registered in 2004, *Hosta* 'Psalms' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, with the pod parent being an unregistered seedling of *Hosta* 'Sea Tornado'. It is visually distinctive for its yellow-green leaves with a narrow, creamy-white margin and a slightly rippled edge, producing a golden-yellow overall effect when viewed from a distance.

In the Garden

'Psalms' forms a moderate-growing, mound-like clump reaching 17 inches (43.2 cm) in height and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover in shaded beds. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials; it is not recommended for containers due to its spreading habit.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first growing season, 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.