H. ‘Sitting Pretty’

Overview

Registered in 1987 by P. Aden, 'Sitting Pretty' is a small hosta cultivar distinguished by its narrow, lance-shaped green leaves with creamy yellow-green margins. The foliage measures 7 inches (17.8 cm) long and 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide, with three vein pairs, and the plant forms a compact mound 4 inches (10.2 cm) tall and 8 inches (20.3 cm) in diameter.

In the Garden

This diminutive hosta is well suited for the front of shade borders, rock gardens, or container plantings, where its small scale can be appreciated. It performs best in partial to full shade and reaches a mature spread of approximately 8 inches (20.3 cm) with a height of 4 inches (10.2 cm). Companion plants such as small ferns, heucheras, or miniature epimediums complement its compact habit without overwhelming it.

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. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and take protective measures if necessary. This cultivar is hardy in typical hosta-growing zones.