Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine (Plantain Lily)

Hosta ‘Pocketful of Sunshine’ (Plantain Lily) is a small, low-growing perennial forming a compact mound of thick, wrinkled, cupped, chartreuse leaves with broad, deep green margins at maturity. As the season progresses, the centers of the leaves brighten to yellow. Racemes of pale lavender flowers appear just above the foliage in early to midsummer. Moderately fast-growing, this small hosta is perfect for patio containers and small gardens.

• Grows up to 9 in. tall (22 cm) and 20 in. wide (50 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 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.