H. ‘Sister Garned’

Overview

Registered in 2016, *Hosta* 'Sister Garned' is a medium-sized variegated cultivar resulting from a cross between *H. 'Violetta'* (pod parent) and *H. 'Mikawa-no-Yuki'* (pollen parent). Its most distinctive features are intense, large purple flowers borne on reddish-violet scapes and ovate leaves with light green margins and a flat, dull surface.

In the Garden

'Sister Garned' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 30 inches (77 cm) and a height of 15 inches (38 cm), with an upright growth habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded beds. The reddish-violet scapes and purple flowers provide late-season color contrast against green-leaved companions such as ferns or *Heuchera*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slug and deer resistance is not specifically documented for this cultivar, standard protective measures are advisable in gardens where these pests are prevalent.