H. ‘Sweet Lucy’
Hosta ‘Sweet Lucy’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
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.
Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-7, small size):
- H. ‘Stars and Stripes’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ray of Hope’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lodikito’ (2013)
- H. ‘Butter and Eggs’ (2000)
- H. ‘Dipsy Doodle’ (2000)
- H. ‘Honeycomb’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5576