H. ‘Sweet Susan’

Hosta ‘Sweet Susan’ is a registered cultivar (1986) , originated by F. Williams & C. Williams.

Year registered	1986
Registrant	F. Williams & C. Williams
Section class	III-1 (Medium)

Overview

Registered in 1986 by F. Williams and C. Williams, this medium-sized variegated hosta resulted from a cross between *H. sieboldii* (pod parent) and *H. plantaginea* (pollen parent). 'Sweet Susan' is distinguished by its medium green leaf margins and upright scapes that reach 25 inches (63.5 cm) in height.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a symmetrical mound 18 inches (45.7 cm) tall and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. Its medium green leaves with 8 vein pairs provide a neutral backdrop for companions such as ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials. The upright scapes, though variable in height, carry flowers that attract pollinators in typical hosta-growing zones.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during 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 foliage regularly and use barriers or repellents as needed.

Size and leaf

Clump height	18 in (45.7 cm)
Clump width	30 in (76.2 cm)
Leaf length	9 in (22.9 cm)
Leaf width	5 in (12.7 cm)
Vein pairs	8
Flower scape height	25 in (63.5 cm)

From the American Hosta Society Registry record.

Parentage

Pod parent: H. sieboldii
Pollen parent: H. plantaginea

Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Sweet Susan’ as a parent:

H. ‘Sunny Delight’ (seedling (pod parent))
H. ‘Extasy’ (seedling (pod parent))
H. ‘Miss Missey’ (sport)
H. ‘Purple Essence’ (seedling (pod parent))
H. ‘Sweet Serenity’ (sport)

Similar cultivars

Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):

Related guides

Registration data: AHS Registry #5582