H. ‘Sweet Lucy’

Overview

Registered in 2000 by an unknown breeder, *Hosta* 'Sweet Lucy' is a small variegated cultivar with medium green leaves featuring streaked margins. Its compact foliage, reaching 6 inches (15.2 cm) in length and 3 inches (7.6 cm) in width, distinguishes it among small hostas.

In the Garden

'Sweet Lucy' thrives in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and reaches a mature size of approximately 8 to 10 inches in height with a spread of 12 to 15 inches. Its small stature makes it well-suited for container cultivation, rock gardens, or as a front-of-border accent. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and shade-tolerant groundcovers.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor regularly and employ barriers or repellents as needed.