Brighten Your Garden with Hosta Sun Mouse

The Hosta Sun Mouse is a delightful miniature hosta perfect for adding a touch of brightness to your shade garden. This perennial plant features brilliant yellow leaves that retain their color throughout the summer, making it an excellent choice for brightening up hosta troughs and shady areas. The Hosta Sun Mouse is a compact variety, growing to about 6 inches tall and 12 inches wide, making it ideal for smaller gardens or container plantings. Its lavender flowers appear in midsummer, adding another layer of interest.

This well-rooted hosta arrives in a 5.25″ pot, ready to thrive in your garden. Unlike starter plants, our Hosta Sun Mouse is established and ready to make an immediate impact. It’s perfect for continental and temperate climates and thrives in USDA Hardiness Zone 4 (-30 to -20 °F). Plant it in partial to full shade and water moderately for best results. The neutral soil pH requirement makes it an easy-to-grow addition to any garden.

Key Benefits:

• Vibrant Color: The yellow leaves brighten up shady areas.
• Compact Size: Perfect for small gardens and containers.
• Easy to Grow: Thrives in partial to full shade with moderate watering.
• Perennial: Returns year after year.
• Established Plant: Arrives well-rooted and ready to grow.

With its unique color and easy-care nature, the Hosta Sun Mouse is a fantastic addition to any garden. Its ability to thrive in shady conditions makes it a versatile choice for landscapes where sunlight is limited. Plus, its miniature size makes it perfect for creating intricate and interesting garden designs.

We ensure that you receive a true-to-type, healthy plant that you’ll enjoy for years. Our plants are inspected and cared for to meet the highest standards. Note that during early spring, plants may still be breaking dormancy and appear smaller, but they will quickly leaf out once planted. Shipping is available from April until November, excluding Hawaii and Alaska due to import restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hosta Sun Mouse

1. How big will the Hosta Sun Mouse get? The Hosta Sun Mouse typically reaches a height of about 6 inches and a spread of 12 inches.
2. What kind of sunlight does it need? This hosta thrives in partial to full shade. Morning sun or filtered shade is ideal for maintaining its bright yellow color.
3. How often should I water my Hosta Sun Mouse? Water moderately, ensuring the soil stays moist but not waterlogged.
4. Is the Hosta Sun Mouse deer-resistant? Hostas are generally susceptible to deer, so consider using deer repellent or protective measures if deer are common in your area.
5. When is the best time to plant my Hosta Sun Mouse? The ideal planting period is during the spring or fall when the weather is mild.