Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine Plant – 5.25″ Potted Live Hosta – Shade Perennial

Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine: A Shade Garden Gem

The Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine is a delightful addition to any shade garden. This mini hosta, grown in a 5.25″ pot, features vibrant yellow leaves with deep green margins, bringing a cheerful splash of color to those dimly lit areas. This perennial plant is well-rooted and ready to thrive in your outdoor space, adding beauty and texture to your landscape for years to come.

This charming hosta grows to a height of about 9 inches and spreads to 19 inches, forming a compact clump that’s perfect for small gardens or container planting. The leaves are thick and rugose, providing excellent visual interest. In early to midsummer, it produces light lavender flowers that add a touch of elegance to its already stunning appearance. Its adaptability makes it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Hostas are popular for their versatility and ability to fill niches in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage and they tolerate urban environments well, enduring air pollution. The ‘Pocketful of Sunshine’ variety is especially prized for its unique coloration and compact size, bringing a bright and cheerful presence to any garden setting. This hosta is not just a plant; it’s an investment in the long-term beauty and health of your garden.

Benefits of the Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine:

• Adds vibrant color to shade gardens
• Provides excellent ground cover
• Requires minimal maintenance
• Attracts pollinators like hummingbirds
• Tolerates urban environments

The Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine thrives in fertile, average soil with a neutral pH. It prefers partial to full shade and requires medium watering. The plant is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9, making it adaptable to a wide range of climates. When you receive your plant, it will be removed from its pot, with loose soil removed, and the rootball placed in a bag to ensure safe shipping. We are an inspected nursery and guarantee you will get a true to type healthy plant that you will love for years.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big will the Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine get? This hosta typically reaches a height of 9 inches and spreads to about 19 inches.
• What type of sunlight does this hosta need? The Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine thrives in partial to full shade.
• How often should I water my Hosta Pocketful of Sunshine? Water medium, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• When is the best time to plant this hosta? The ideal planting period is during the spring or fall.
• Is this hosta deer-resistant? Hostas are generally attractive to deer, so you may need to take precautions to protect your plant.