H. ‘Sea Gull’

Overview

Registered in 2004 from unknown parentage, *Hosta* 'Sea Gull' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its dark green leaves with creamy white margins separated by a celadon (pale green) boundary zone. The leaf margins are slightly rippled, and the blade surfaces are dull above with a slight sheen beneath.

In the Garden

Reaching approximately 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter, 'Sea Gull' forms a compact, rhizomatous clump with moderate growth. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the variegation remains stable, and pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its small stature makes it suitable for troughs, containers, or the front of a shaded border.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Sea Gull' is susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones; regular monitoring or protective measures may be necessary.