H. ‘What's Up Doc’

Overview

Registered in 2014, *Hosta* 'What's Up Doc' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, derived from *Hosta* 'Christmas Tree'. It is visually distinctive for its dark green leaf centers bordered by narrow, pale yellow margins, a color pattern that remains consistent throughout the growing season.

In the Garden

'What's Up Doc' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is suited to partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its small size makes it appropriate for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants include small ferns, *Heuchera*, or *Tiarella* in similar light conditions.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as both pests may damage the foliage.