H. ‘Spring Back’

Overview

Registered in 2009 as a sport of an unidentified parent, *Hosta* 'Spring Back' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its ovate, variegated leaves with light green, slightly rippled margins and a lime green center that appears unusually bright in early season. The leaves measure 9 inches (22.9 cm) long by 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) wide, with 7 to 8 vein pairs, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a dull underside; they are lightly cupped, twisted, and folded, with moderate waviness.

In the Garden

'Spring Back' forms a fast-growing, mound-like clump reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 34 inches (86.4 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. Its lime green foliage pairs well with darker-leaved companions such as *Heuchera* 'Palace Purple' or ferns, and the plant produces lime-colored scapes up to 35 inches (88.9 cm) tall bearing purple flowers that peak in late July. This cultivar is also effective in containers where its compact habit and rapid growth can be managed.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Spring Back' is susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.