H. ‘Something Different’

Overview

Registered in 1990 by P. Banyai, *Hosta* 'Something Different' is a sport of the widely grown *Hosta* 'Gold Standard'. It is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by bright yellow-green leaves with dark green margins, a color pattern that reverses the typical gold-centered, green-margined appearance of its parent.

In the Garden

'Hosta' Something Different' reaches a mature size typical of medium hostas, forming clumps suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in partial to full shade. Its bold leaf coloration provides contrast when paired with blue-leaved hostas or fine-textured ferns. The plant is not notably suited for container culture given its medium stature.

Care Notes

Grow in evenly moist, well-drained soil and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage and benefits from protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.