Hosta ‘Sun Mouse’ (Plantain Lily)

Hosta ‘Sun Mouse’ (Plantain Lily) is a small, low-growing perennial forming a cute miniature mound of thick, nearly round, brilliant yellow leaves that retain their golden color well into summer. Racemes lavender flowers appear above the foliage on scapes reaching 18 in. (45 cm) in midsummer. Moderately fast-growing, this small hosta is perfect for brightening up hosta troughs and shade gardens. Plant it in an area with morning sun or filtered shade for best yellow color.

• Grows up to 6 in. tall (15 cm) and 12 in. wide (30 cm).
• Performs best in part shade to full shade in fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from cold, dry winds.
• Perfect for the shade garden, mixed with other perennials in bed and borders, city gardens, cottage gardens or containers. Great for edging, as a groundcover or underplanting shrubs and roses.
• Watch for slugs and snails which could damage the attractive foliage.
• Cut off the stems after blooming to encourage the plant’s growth. Discolored leaves should be trimmed back to the ground.
• Propagate by division in early spring or late summer.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.