H. ‘Ulee's Gold’

Overview

Registered in 2006, 'Ulee's Gold' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its green leaves with broad, flat, golden yellow margins. The broadly ovate leaves, measuring 7 inches (17.8 cm) long and 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide, have a cordate base, light corrugation, and dull surfaces on both sides, with 13 vein pairs. The plant forms a mound-like habit, reaching 7 inches (17.8 cm) in height and 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate.

In the Garden

'Ulee's Gold' performs best in partial to full shade, typical for gold-margined hostas, where its variegation remains stable without scorching. Its compact, low-growing mound and moderate spread make it well-suited for border fronts, rock gardens, or as an edging plant. The yellow-green scapes, 8 to 10 inches (20.3 to 25.4 cm) tall, bear flowers in midsummer, complementing shade-tolerant companions such as ferns, *Heuchera*, or *Tiarella*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The cultivar's excellent leaf substance offers moderate slug resistance, though standard slug and deer deterrents remain advisable in high-pressure areas.