H. ‘Yellow Splash’

Overview

Registered in 1976 by P. Aden, this small hosta cultivar is distinguished by its green leaves with gold-splashed margins. The leaf coloration presents as green centers with irregular gold marginal variegation, a pattern that remains stable through the growing season.

In the Garden

‘Yellow Splash’ reaches a mature height of 9 inches (22.9 cm) and spread of 11 inches (27.9 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders or rock gardens. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins hold their color without scorching. The small size and neat habit pair well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials of similar scale. Its compact dimensions also make it a candidate for container culture.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; regular monitoring and protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent. The scape height is recorded as 18 inches (45.7 cm), though later reports note variability.